Drug "Grippol plus": recommendations for use

The drug "Grippol plus" is influenza, inactivated, polymer-subunit, trivalent vaccine. It is used for both subcutaneous and intramuscular administration.

The vaccine "Grippol plus" consists of protectiveantigens isolated from purified influenza A and B viruses that are grown on chick embryos. Every year, changes in the antigenic composition of the vaccine are carried out in strict accordance with the change in the epidemic situation.

The drug is slightly opalescenta liquid that is either colorless or has a yellowish hue. The use of this tool helps to form immunity against influenza. Its action "Grippol Plus" begins approximately a week and a half after the introduction into the body, and its effect persists throughout the year. The vaccine is effective for patients of any age. In 75-95% of vaccinated people, protective titers of antibodies are determined for influenza viruses. Since the composition of the drug includes immunomodulator - polyoxidonium, it increases immunological memory and reduces the vaccine dose of antigens. Also, resistance to other infections increases due to the fact that the immune status is adjusted.

Drug "Grippol plus": instruction for use

The drug is designed for specific prevention of influenza for adults of any age and children, starting with three years.

The use of the vaccine "Grippol plus" is particularly indicated in the following cases:

- if there is a risk of complications in the diseaseinfluenza. This applies to schoolchildren and preschoolers, as well as people of retirement age. Also in this category are those who often suffer from acute respiratory disease, have respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, metabolic disorders, and allergic reactions to something;

- people who, thanks to their professionmost are at risk of influenza, and can also infect others. These are categories such as trade workers, health workers, social workers and educational institutions, as well as military and police personnel.

Method of use of the drug "Grippol Plus"

Vaccination is usually done in the fall and earlywinter or before the onset of a massive population of flu. The vaccine is injected into the muscles or deep into the skin in the amount of 0.5 ml. Usually, adults are injected into the deltoid muscle, and children - in the front of the thigh. Before the introduction of the ampoule with the vaccine should be heated to room temperature and shake well. The drug is administered once.

In the presence of immunodeficiency and upon receipt of immunosuppressive therapy, 0.5 ml of vaccine can be administered twice with an interval of one month.

On the day when the plannedvaccinations, the patient must be examined by a doctor and thermometry. If the body temperature is above 37 ° C, vaccination should not be done. In the event that there are visible damage to the vials or ampoules with the drug, as well as when changing its appearance, it is forbidden to carry out procedures using it. Also, vaccination with the expired Grippol Plus medicine is not carried out or when the conditions of its protection have not been met.

Side effects

This drug is highly purified and therefore usuallyproblems after its introduction does not occur. In isolated cases, pain and redness at the injection site may occur. Rarely can be headaches and throat, a slight fever, runny nose. If these symptoms appear, they disappear on their own after a few days. As with any other vaccinations, some people may experience myalgia, paresthesia, allergic reactions, neurological disorders, and neuralgia.

You can not use this tool in the presence ofchronic diseases and in acute febrile states, in the presence of acute respiratory infections and acute intestinal diseases. Only after the temperature has normalized can vaccination be given.

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