Generic name:influenza virus vaccine
Dosage form: injection
Drug class:Viral vaccines
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 21, 2021.
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- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
- Clinical Studies
- References
- How Supplied/Storage and Handling
- Patient Counseling Information
Indications and Usage for Fluvirin
Fluvirin® is an inactivated influenza virus vaccine indicated for immunization of persons 4 years of age and older against influenza virus disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and type B contained in the vaccine. [see DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS (3)]
Fluvirin® is not indicated for children less than 4 years of age because there is evidence of diminished immune response in this age group.
Fluvirin Dosage and Administration
Preparation for Administration
Inspect Fluvirin® syringes and multidose vials visually for particulate matter and/or discoloration prior to administration. If either of these conditions exists, the vac...
