About A/Guangdong-Maonan/SWL1536/2019 (H1N1)pdm09-like strain(A/Guangdong-Maonan/SWL1536/2019,CNIC-1909),A/Hong Kong/2671/2019 (H3N2)-like strain (A/ 15 mcg /0.5ml Hong Kong/2671/2019,IVR-208),B/Washington/02/2019-like strain (B/Washington/02/2019,wild type),B/Phuket/3073/2013-like strain (B/Phuket/3073/2013,wild type)
Class: | Vaccine (Influenza Vaccine, Quadrivalent)
Use: | Prevention of influenza caused by the A/Guangdong-Maonan/SWL1536/2019 (H1N1)pdm09-like strain, A/Hong Kong/2671/2019 (H3N2)-like strain, B/Washington/02/2019-like strain, and B/Phuket/3073/2013-like strain
Adult dose: | 15 mcg of each strain (total 60 mcg) in a 0.5 ml suspension, administered intramuscularly
Pediatric dose: | 15 mcg of each strain (total 60 mcg) in a 0.5 ml suspension, administered intramuscularly for children 6 mon
Drug Class
Vaccine (Influenza Vaccine, Quadrivalent)
Uses & Indications
Prevention of influenza caused by the A/Guangdong-Maonan/SWL1536/2019 (H1N1)pdm09-like strain, A/Hong Kong/2671/2019 (H3N2)-like strain, B/Washington/02/2019-like strain, and B/Phuket/3073/2013-like strain
Storage Requirements
Store in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Abbott Biologicals B.V., NETHERLANDS
Package Size
PFS
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 55.00
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
15 mcg of each strain (total 60 mcg) in a 0.5 ml suspension, administered intramuscularly
Pediatric Dose
15 mcg of each strain (total 60 mcg) in a 0.5 ml suspension, administered intramuscularly for children 6 months and older; consult specific guidelines for children under 6 months
Side Effects
Common side effects include pain at the injection site, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, fever, and chills
Contraindications & Precautions
Severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the vaccine; history of Guillain-Barré syndrome within 6 weeks of a previous influenza vaccine
Important Warnings
Monitor for allergic reactions; vaccination may not protect all recipients; consult healthcare provider if experiencing severe side effects or if immunocompromised
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.