Agriflu Side Effects
From Pharmacy Drug Guide
Agriflu was approved by the FDA in 2009, and is a seasonal influenza vaccine that immunizes against influenza virus subtypes A and B. Agriflu is administered as a single-dose injection in a person's upper arm.[1] Side effects of Agriflu may be experienced superficially at the site of the flu shot, or may occur as systemic symptoms felt throughout the body. Agriflu contains proteins from eggs, potentially causing problems among those with egg allergies.[2]
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| Brand name for | Influenza virus vaccine[2] |
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| Manufacturer | Novartis[3] |
| Uses | immunization against influenza virus subtypes A and type B[2] |
| Common side effects | Soreness near the point of vaccine entry, headache, overall feeling of uncomfortableness[2] |
| Who should not take Agriflu | Those who are allergic to chicken eggs, have had an influenza vaccine reaction in the past, etc.[2] |
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About Agriflu
Agriflu is administered to prevent patients from contracting the flu virus. The vaccine shot contains dead flu cells, and may be changed annually to include the most common strains of the flu season. Patients who have already contracted the influenza virus will not be helped by Agriflu. This is because Agriflu is a preventative medicine, and not a treatment.[4]
The Agriflu flu shot is only meant to given by qualified health care professionals. The formula is injected into the muscle tissue of the upper arm in grown individuals and youth. It may be administered in the upper thigh area in babies over the age of six months.[4]
Common Agriflu Side Effects
Side effects such as bleeding, excessive fever and/or weakness may occur. The most common side effects of the Agriflu influenza virus vaccine include soreness, redness, and swelling in the area where the vaccine was injected. These side effects typically only last for a period of one to two days. Patients who experience Agriflu side effects longer than two days are advised to consult a medical expert.[4]
About Medication Side Effects
Agriflu Allergic Reactions
Most patients who get Agriflu shots will experience allergies. However, who are allergic to eggs may have reactions. In addition, the tip of Agriflu syringes may be protected by caps made of latex, which may result in allergic responses from those with latex sensitivity. In rare instances, patients may go into anaphylactic shock or experience other severe reactions after receiving an Agriflu shot.[2]
Agriflu Precautions and Warnings
- Agriflu is not recommended for patients who have uncontrolled seizures or illnesses that affect the nervous system.[4]
- Patients with fevers are instructed not to have Agriflu shots.[4]
- Agriflu is not intended for use among those who have previously experienced strong adverse reactions to flu shots in the past.[4]
- Pregnant women are advised not to have an Argriflu shot unless absolutely necessary.[4]
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References
- ↑ http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm192148.htm
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 http://www.fda.gov/downloads/BiologicsBloodVaccines/Vaccines/ApprovedProducts/UCM192127.pdf
- ↑ http://www.fda.gov/BiologicsBloodVaccines/Vaccines/ApprovedProducts/ucm192126.htm
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-154547-Agriflu+2010-2011+PF+IM.aspx?drugid=154547&drugname=Agriflu+2010-2011+(PF)+IM
