Developing Vaccines Flashcards
1
Q
Who should avoid the vaccinia vaccine?
A
Immunocompromised and patients with exzema
2
Q
What is the rabies vaccine?
A
recombinant vaccine of rabies virus glycoprotein + vaccinia virus
The vaccinia (poxvirus) vaccine is inexpensive, easily administered and generates a substantial immune response = good base for other vaccines
