Oral Polio Vaccine
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Oral Polio 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.
Oral Polio Vaccine is used to protect against some infectious diseases
Oral Polio Vaccine is used to protect against some infectious diseases
Uses of Oral Polio Oral Solution
Benefits of Oral Polio Oral Solution
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. Oral Polio 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.
Side effects of Oral Polio Oral Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Oral Polio
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Diarrhea
How to use Oral Polio Oral Solution
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. Oral Polio 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 Oral Polio Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Oral Polio Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Oral Polio Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Oral Polio Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
Oral Polio Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
Driving
SAFE
Oral Polio Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oral Polio Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oral Polio Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oral Polio Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oral Polio Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Oral Polio Vaccine
₹275.0/Oral Solution
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Quick tips
- Oral Polio Vaccine is given for the prevention of polio disease.
- Oral Polio Vaccine must be administered by oral route only, by using an oral dropper supplied with the vaccine vial.
- Inform your doctor if your child is suffering from a high fever or any acute illness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Killed vaccine
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Oral Polio Vaccine
Once A Month
50%
Once A Day
46%
Once A Week
4%
What are you using Oral Polio Oral Solution for?
Polio
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Oral Polio Vaccine?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Oral Polio Oral Solution?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Oral Polio Vaccine on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Q. What is Oral Polio Vaccine used for?
Oral Polio Vaccine contains live attenuated poliovirus (strain types 1, 2 and 3) and is intended for polio prophylaxis in infants 6-12 weeks of age, all unimmunized children up to 18 years of age and high-risk adults. Adults, however, should receive the inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV).
Q. What are the different types of polio vaccines?
Polio vaccines are vaccines used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio). There are two types of polio vaccines, one is inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) which is given by injection and the other is weakened oral poliovirus vaccine(OPV) given by mouth.
Q. Is Oral Polio Vaccine necessary?
Yes, polio virus attacks the nervous system which can lead to paralysis, especially of lower limbs. Therefore, it is important to get Oral Polio Vaccine as it provides protection against this virus.
Q. Is Oral Polio Vaccine better than inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV)?
No, IPV is considered more effective than Oral Polio Vaccine. Although, it is expensive and relatively difficult to administer. It was seen that giving Oral Polio Vaccine alone led to more cases of polio when compared to Oral Polio Vaccine because it is a live form of the virus. Therefore, in order to prevent polio outbreaks, Oral Polio Vaccine is the preferred form of polio vaccine.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 191-93.
- ScienceDirect. Oral Poliomyelitis Vaccine. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Sanofi India Ltd
Address: Sanofi House, CTS No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072
Country of origin: India
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