Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine
Salt Composition:Polio Vaccine
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is used in the prevention of polio. It protects against poliomyelitis causing poliovirus. Polio or poliomyelitis is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease. The virus spreads from person to person and can invade an infected person's brain and spinal cord, causing paralysis. The first dose of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is given at birth. Primary three doses of this vaccine are given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks of child's age. This is followed by two booster doses, one at 16-24 months of age and others at five years of age. In addition to these, do not forget to immunize your child during all pulse polio immunization days. The vaccine is administered multiple times to ensure full protection. There is no risk of overdose and very minimal risk of adverse effects. However, some children may experience vomiting, fever, and diarrhea. Let your child's doctor know if your child experiences any such symptoms.
Last updated on: 17-12-2023
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Quick Summary
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is used in the prevention of polio. It protects against poliomyelitis causing poliovirus. Polio or poliomyelitis is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease. The virus spreads from person to person and can invade an infected person's brain and spinal cord, causing paralysis. The first dose of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is given at birth. Primary three doses of this vaccine are given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks of child's age. This is followed by two booster doses, one at 16-24 months of age and others at five years of age. In addition to these, do not forget to immunize your child during all pulse polio immunization days. The vaccine is administered multiple times to ensure full protection. There is no risk of overdose and very minimal risk of adverse effects. However, some children may experience vomiting, fever, and diarrhea. Let your child's doctor know if your child experiences any such symptoms.
Benefits of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine
Prevention of Polio
In Prevention of Polio Polio is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease. Poliovirus spreads from person to person and can invade an infected person's brain and spinal cord, causing paralysis. Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine protects against poliomyelitis causing poliovirus. The vaccine contains inactivated (killed) viruses of all three poliovirus types (I, II, and III). It works by helping the immune system to produce antibodies that prevent the spread of the virus to the brain and protect against paralysis.
Side Effects of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine
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. ['Fever, Diarrhea']
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine contains inactivated (killed) viruses of all three poliovirus types (I, II & III). It works by provoking the the immune system to produce antibodies (proteins), without actually causing a disease. In the event of infection, these antibodies prevent the spread of the virus to the brain and protect against paralysis.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
Driving
SAFE - Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine?
If you miss a dose of Poliomyelitis Oral Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
Storage Advice
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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601 Narges District In front of Fatma El-Sharbatly Mosque, Fiftth Settlement, New Cairo, Egypt
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