Quadrovax PFS Vaccine

Quadrovax PFS Vaccine injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this injection.

The most common side effects include redness at the injection site, tenderness, irritability, vomiting, loss of appetite, and fever. If any of these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please inform your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suffering from any other diseases. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers and patients suffering from liver and kidney diseases.

Tetanus
Diphtheria
Pertussis
Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Quadrovax PFS Vaccine is a combination of four vaccines. They help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body’s immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

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In Tetanus

Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Quadrovax PFS Vaccine helps prevent tetanus infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended to be given after few years. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Diphtheria

Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Quadrovax PFS Vaccine gives protection against diphtheria. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Pertussis

Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Quadrovax PFS Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease

Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person’s nose and throat. Quadrovax PFS Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease. show moreshow less

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

Loss of appetite

Irritation

Injection site redness

Tenderness

Unusual crying

Drowsiness

Fever

Vomiting

Alcohol:CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Quadrovax PFS Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Quadrovax PFS 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadrovax PFS Vaccine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Quadrovax PFS Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadrovax PFS Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quadrovax PFS Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadrovax PFS Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quadrovax PFS Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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