Nasovac-S Vaccine

Nasovac-S Vaccine should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. It is usually given just before the cold season when the flu virus begins to increase. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other, and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril.

The most common side effects of this medicine are nasal discomfort, sneezing, runny nose, chills, and facial swelling. It may also cause fever, headache, fatigue, sore throat, cough, wheezing, and nausea. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the flu vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well. As with any vaccine, this treatment may not fully protect everybody, although it will reduce the symptoms of the flu if you get it. This vaccine is safe for use in adults and children over 2 years old. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Prevention of Influenza (flu)

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Nasovac-S Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.

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Vaccination should be repeated every year to protect you from the flu.

It can take up to 2 weeks for the vaccine to work. Therefore, you could still develop the illness if you are exposed to flu immediately before or after your vaccination.

The vaccine will not protect you against common cold, even though some of the symptoms are similar to flu.

Q. When should I get vaccinated against influenza or flu?

You can get vaccinated at any time during the cold season. However, it is better to get vaccinated at the beginning of the cold season. It is important to know that only one injection is required to protect you for a year.

Q. Who should get vaccinated against influenza?

Nasovac-S Vaccine is recommended for people who are at high risk of developing influenza (flu). It is mainly given to children as early as 6 months of age, pregnant women, adults upto the age of 64 years and patients having weak immunity due to chronic illness.

Q. Is Nasovac-S Vaccine helpful in preventing swine flu?

Yes, Nasovac-S Vaccine is used to prevent symptoms of swine flu. Nasovac-S Vaccine contains a very small amount of the flu virus which is introduced in our body to promote the production of antibodies (chemicals that attack that specific virus). This helps to develop immunity against the virus infection in the future.

Q. How do you store Nasovac-S Vaccine?

Nasovac-S Vaccine should be stored in a refrigerator at 2 – 8ºC (35-46ºF) until it is used. The temperature (2 to 8ºC) must be maintained even when transporting Nasovac-S Vaccine.

Q. How is Nasovac-S Vaccine supplied?

Nasovac-S Vaccine is supplied as a vial containing freeze-dried cake in USP type 1 glass vials. A vial containing sterile water for inhalation for dissolving, syringe for administration, needle (for reconstitution and draw up only, not for injection), vial adapter, intranasal spray device and dose divider are also supplied along with the vaccine.

In Prevention of Influenza (flu)

Influenza (flu) is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system (nose, throat, and lungs). For most people, it gets better on its own. However, for people who are at a higher risk of becoming seriously ill such as elderly, young children, pregnant women, people with chronic long-term conditions (such as asthma, heart disease, and diabetes), people with weakened immune systems and residents of a nursing home should have the influenza vaccine to provide protection.Because the flu virus changes quickly and new strains appear regularly, a new vaccination is needed every year (even though you may have antibodies to a previous version). It is never 100% effective and some strains will be immune, but it is still your best defense against influenza and will reduce the seriousness of the illness if you get it. Influenza can be a serious illness and kills a large number of people every year. So, you should ask about this vaccine if you feel you are vulnerable.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Nausea

Wheezing

Cough

Sore throat

Fatigue

Fever

Facial swelling

Chills

Runny nose

Sneezing

Nasal discomfort

Injection site allergic reaction

Weakness

Headache

Alcohol:

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Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Nasovac-S 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.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nasovac-S Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:

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Kidney:

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Liver:

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