Nasovac-S4 Vaccine
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is indicated for prevention of influenza (flu) in individuals 2 years of age and above. It works by exposing you to a small dose of the flu virus which helps your body to develop immunity against the disease. It will not treat an existing flu virus infection.
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is indicated for prevention of influenza (flu) in individuals 2 years of age and above. It works by exposing you to a small dose of the flu virus which helps your body to develop immunity against the disease. It will not treat an existing flu virus infection.
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is indicated for prevention of influenza (flu) in individuals 2 years of age and above. It works by exposing you to a small dose of the flu virus which helps your body to develop immunity against the disease. It will not treat an existing flu virus infection.
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is usually administered just before the cold season when the flu virus begins to increase. It is administered as a single-dose intranasal spray. The vaccine should be inspected visually for any foreign particulate matter and/or variation of physical aspects before administration. Discard the vaccine in case of any defects observed.
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 and resolve on their own. However, if they persist or bother you, let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine should not be injected under any circumstances. Before receiving the vaccine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Vaccination should be postponed in people already suffering from cold, cough, fever, bodyache or other flu-like symptoms until their recovery. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
03Uses
Prevention of Influenza (flu)
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montu 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Live vaccines use a weakened (or attenuated) form of the virus that causes influenza. Because these vaccines are so similar to the natural infection that they help prevent, they create a strong and long-lasting immune response.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Nasovac-S Intranasal Spray?
A: If you miss a dose of Nasovac-S4 Vaccine, consult your doctor.
07Benefits
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, Nasovac-S4 Vaccine provides protection. Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is administered as a single-dose intranasal spray. Administration is needle free and therefore painless. It gives double protection, i.e., mucosal and systemic immune response. It produces both local (mucosal) and serum antibodies and also stimulates cell mediated immunity. Because it is a live vaccine, Nasovac-S4 Vaccine gives broad protection including protection against drifted strains in the circulation.
08Side Effects
Nasal discomfort
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Sneezing
Runny nose
Chills
Facial swelling
Fever
Headache
Fatigue
Joint pain
Muscle pain
Irritability
Sore throat
Cough
Wheezing
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:UNSAFE
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
Nasovac-S4 Vaccine takes about 2 weeks for protection to develop after vaccination.
Tell your vaccination provider if the person getting the vaccine Is younger than 2 years or older than 49 years of age.
Inform the vaccination provider If the person getting the vaccine Has had an allergic reaction after a previous dose of influenza vaccine, or has any severe, life-threatening allergies.
Tell your vaccination provider if the person getting the vaccine has a cochlear implant.
Tell your vaccination provider if the person getting the vaccine has taken influenza antiviral medication in the last 3 weeks.
Tell your vaccination provider if the person getting the vaccine is 5 years or older and has asthma.
References
Sources and references
Serum Institute of India. Influenza Vaccine (Human, Live Attenuated) I.P. Seasonal, Quadrivalent (Liquid) Intranasal. [Accessed 18 Dec. 2023] (online) Available from: View
