Vaxiflu S Information

Vaxiflu S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Flu.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vaxiflu S. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vaxiflu S as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Vaxiflu S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Vaxiflu S's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vaxiflu S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Vaxiflu S can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vaxiflu S in conditions like HIV/AIDS, Agammaglobulinemia, Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vaxiflu S contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Vaxiflu S have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vaxiflu S is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Vaxiflu S Benefits & Uses
Vaxiflu S Dosage & How to Take
Vaxiflu S Side Effects
Vaxiflu S Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vaxiflu S with Other Drugs
Vaxiflu S Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vaxiflu S
Vaxiflu S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vaxiflu S Benefits & Uses

Vaxiflu S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Vaxiflu S Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vaxiflu S Related Warnings

Is the use of Vaxiflu S safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Vaxiflu S has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Vaxiflu S safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Vaxiflu S for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Vaxiflu S on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Vaxiflu S on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vaxiflu S on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Vaxiflu S on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vaxiflu S on the Heart?

Using Vaxiflu S does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vaxiflu S with Other Drugs

Vaxiflu S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Moderate

Vaxiflu S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vaxiflu S unless your doctor advises you to do so -

HIV/AIDS
Agammaglobulinemia
Cancer
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Vaxiflu S

Is this Vaxiflu S habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Vaxiflu S is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Vaxiflu S since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Vaxiflu S is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Vaxiflu S is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Vaxiflu S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vaxiflu S

Taking Vaxiflu S with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vaxiflu S

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vaxiflu S with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Fluzone quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1428,1432

Vaxiflu S Injection