Opv Vaccine

Description

Opv 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 Opv 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.

Introduction

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. Opv 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.

Benefits

Opv 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.

How to 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 measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Opv Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Opv Vaccine. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Opv Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Opv Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Opv Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults. - Driving : SAFE - Opv Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Opv Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Opv Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Opv Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Opv Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.