Influenza Vaccine Flashcards
1
Q
What are the vaccine available in india
A
Trivalent inactivated influenza vaccine
Quadrivalent
Live attenuated (nasal)
2
Q
Contraindications
A
Urticaria- give
Angioedema / distress/emesis- can
Severe rxn - c/I
3
Q
Can we gjve while on antiviral
Statins and steroid
A
Yes
Give.. reduce effectiveness but can be given
4
Q
Can we gjve with other vaccines
A
Yes
If laiv - 4wks gap
5
Q
Ideal timing
A
September to October in chennai
April-may in delhi , lucknoe , pune, kolkata
Before peak monsoon
6
Q
Recommended in whom
A
50 yrs more
7
Q
Pregnancy
A
Sibgke dose any trimester
