Prescription Required

Opv Vaccine

by Biomed Pharmaceuticals
Polio Vaccine (NA)

₹244

Opv Vaccine

Introduction to Opv Vaccine

Opv Vaccine is given by injection by a doctor or nurse. It is given as FIPV (Fractional IPV) as a part of Universal Immunisation Programme in the country. Two fractional doses of IPV are given to children at 6 and 14 weeks of age. IPV may cause mild fever and soreness and redness at the site of the injection for several days.

The most common side effects include fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. They do not normally last very long. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the polio vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.

Safety Advice for Opv Vaccine

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Opv Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

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Opv Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Opv Vaccine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

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Opv Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Opv Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Opv Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Opv Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Opv Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

How Opv Vaccine works

Opv Vaccine contains inactivated (killed) viruses of all three poliovirus types (I, II & III). 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.

How To Use Opv Vaccine

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects Of Opv Vaccine

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Induration (hardening of a normally soft tissue or organ)
  • Fever

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