Description

A Summarized Overview

Influvac Tetra is a quadrivalent seasonal flu vaccine manufactured by Abbott Laboratories. It is designed to stimulate active immunity by helping the body produce antibodies against four distinct seasonal influenza strains (two Influenza A strains and two Influenza B strains) without causing the flu itself. It requires cold-chain storage at 2°C to 8°C and must be administered by a qualified healthcare professional.

Key Benefits & Uses

• Protects against four prevailing circulating strains of seasonal influenza.

• Significantly reduces the risk of severe flu complications, such as pneumonia, asthma exacerbations, and hospital admissions.

• Recommended annually for high-risk individuals, including the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, asthma).

Common Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and clear up naturally within 1 to 3 days:

• Pain, redness, mild swelling, or a small hard lump at the site of injection.

• Low-grade fever, headache, muscle aches (myalgia), fatigue, or general feeling of being unwell (malaise).

Precautions

• Do not take if you have a known severe allergy to egg proteins, chicken proteins, or any excipients in the vaccine.

• Postpone vaccination if you are experiencing a high fever or an acute severe illness until recovered.

• Inform your doctor prior to administration if you have a bleeding disorder or bruise easily, as special care is needed for intramuscular injection.

• Immunocompromised individuals or those taking immunosuppressive treatments may experience a reduced immune response.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What are the main benefits of Influvac Tetra?

  It builds protection against 4 seasonal flu strains and prevents severe flu complications.

• What are the common side effects of Influvac Tetra?

  Mild injection site pain, low-grade fever, headache, and muscle aches lasting 1–3 days.

• What is the price of Influvac Tetra in Pakistan?

  Between Rs. 1 and Rs. 1 PKR per 0.5 mL syringe.

• Is Influvac Tetra safe during pregnancy?

  Yes, it is safe during pregnancy when prescribed by a doctor.

• Is Influvac Tetra an OTC item or Prescription (Rx) medicine?

  It is a Prescription (Rx) vaccine that requires cold-chain storage and professional administration.