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Vaccination Recommendations
Recommended dosing by patient age and Fluzone vaccine presentation1,2
* For older children, the recommended site of vaccination is the deltoid muscle. The preferred site for infants and young children is the anterolateral aspect of the thigh.
† CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.
‡ Two doses administered at least one month apart are recommended for children <9 years of age who are receiving influenza vaccine for the first time.
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References: 1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Prevention and Control of Influenza: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR. 2006;55(RR-10):1-43.2. Fluzone vaccine Prescribing Information, July 2006.
Indication
Fluzone vaccine is given for active immunization in persons 6 months of age and older against influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and type B contained in the vaccine.
Safety Information
Side effects to Fluzone vaccine are soreness, pain, and swelling at the injection site; fever, fatigue, and muscular pain. Other side effects may occur. Fluzone vaccine should not be administered to anyone with a history of serious allergic reaction to any vaccine component, including eggs, egg products, or thimerosal (the only Fluzone vaccine product containing thimerosal is the multi-dose vial), or to persons who have been previously diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). If you notice any other problems or symptoms following vaccination, please contact your health-care professional immediately. Vaccination with Fluzone vaccine may not protect all individuals.
For more information about Fluzone vaccine, talk to your health-care professional.
Last modified: 11/16/09
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