Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine
Rs.223for 1 bottle(s) (2 ml Oral Drops each)
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Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Two drops are delivered directly into the mouth of the child from the multidose vial by dropper. For older children, it may be preferred to avoid the possible bitter taste by first placing the drops on a sugar lump or in syrup. Care should be taken not to contaminate a multidose dropper with saliva of the vaccinee.
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Two drops are delivered directly into the mouth of the child from the multidose vial by dropper. For older children, it may be preferred to avoid the possible bitter taste by first placing the drops on a sugar lump or in syrup. Care should be taken not to contaminate a multidose dropper with saliva of the vaccinee.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Poliomyelitis NA Oral Drops
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Poliomyelitis oral drops uses
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How poliomyelitis oral drops works
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine contains live attenuated Poliomyelitis type 1 & type 3 viruses. It works by provoking the the immune system to produce antibodies (proteins), without actually causing a disease. In the event of infection, these antibodies prevent the spread of the virus to the brain and protect against paralysis.
Common side effects of poliomyelitis oral drops
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Tiredness, Decreased appetite, Unusual crying, Swelling of lymph nodes, Hypersensitivity, Convulsion, Febrile convulsions, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Poliomyelitis Oral Drops
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Poliomyelitis Oral Drops
- Polio Vaccine is given for the prevention of polio disease.
- Polio Vaccine must be administered by oral route only, by using an oral dropper supplied with the vaccine vial.
- Inform your doctor if your child is suffering from a high fever or any acute illness.
Frequently asked questions FOR Poliomyelitis NA Oral Drops
Polio Vaccine
Q. When should Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine be given?
Children are usually advised 4 doses of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine. The first dose is given at age of 2 months and then the next doses are given at 4 months, 6–18 months and 4–6 years, respectively. However, sometimes Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is given in a combination vaccine along with other vaccines. In this case, a child might receive a fifth dose of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine.
Q. What is Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine used for?
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine contains live attenuated poliovirus (strain types 1 and 3) and is intended for polio prophylaxis in infants 6-12 weeks of age, all unimmunized children up to 18 years of age and high-risk adults. Adults, however, should receive the inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV).
Q. What are the different types of polio vaccines?
Polio vaccines are vaccines used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio). There are two types of polio vaccines, one is inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) which is given by injection and the other is weakened oral poliovirus vaccine(OPV) given by mouth.