Fluzone (Influenza Virus Vaccine) Drug Information: Medication Guide and Patient Information

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May 27, 2012

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Flu (influenza, conventional, and H1N1) facts

Influenza, commonly called "the flu," is caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract.
Influenza viruses are divided into three types, designated A, B, and C, with A types usually causing the most problems in humans.
Most people who get the conventional or seasonal flu recover completely in one to two weeks, but some people develop serious and potentially life-threatening medical complications, such as pneumonia.
Much of the illness and death caused by conventional or seasonal influenza can be prevented by annual influenza vaccination.
Influenza A undergoes frequent antigenic changes that require new vaccines to be developed and people to obtain a new vaccination every year. New vaccine technology is being developed.
In April 2009, a new flu virus termed novel H1N1 swine flu developed in Mexico, rapidly spread worldwide, and caused the WHO to de...

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Inform the patient or guardian that Fluzone, Fluzone High-Dose, and Fluzone Intradermal contain killed viruses and cannot cause influenza. Fluzone, Fluzone High-Dose, and Fluzone Intradermal stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies that help protect against influenza, but do not prevent other respiratory infections. Annual influenza vaccination is recommended. Instruct vaccine recipients and guardians to report adverse reactions to their healthcare provider and/or to VAERS. Inform the patient about the Sanofi Pasteur Inc. pregnancy registry, for Fluzone Intradermal as appropriate.

Last reviewed on RxList: 1/11/2012
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.