It is possible that the leaflet in your medicine pack may differ from this version because it may have been updated since your medicine was packaged. To previously unvaccinated children aged 36 months to fluarix tetra singapore. The use of fluarix tetra should be based on official recommendations contraindications. Deliveries of governmentfunded influenza vaccines commenced on 30 march 2020. Fluarix tetra, a quadrivalent vaccine, is the preferred vaccine for children with egg allergy aged 3 years and over. The green book, the flu plan and the annual flu letter. Fluarix quadrivalent is less popular than comparable drugs. Influvac tetra quadrivalent influenza vaccine, surface. The green book immunisation against infectious disease.
If you have any concerns about how this vaccine is to be given, talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Inactivated influenza vaccine information for healthcare practioners. Name of the medicinal product fluarixtm tetra suspension for injection in prefilled syringe influenza vaccine split virion, inactivated 2. Fluarix tetra patient information leaflet pil by glaxosmithkline uk. This information is intended for use in australia only and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Criteria for inclusion groups this pgd does not constitute permission to offer o. Fluarix tetra should under no circumstances be administered intravascularly. Mar 19, 2020 fluarix tetra summary of product characteristics smpc by glaxosmithkline uk.
Fluarix quadrivalent, fluzone quadrivalent influenza. National childhood flu immunisation programme 201718 training for healthcare practitioners. National childhood flu immunisation programme 201718. Jan 26, 2016 adults and previously vaccinated children aged. The study supports and confirms the safety profile of fluarix tetra. Ive tried heidelberg chemist warehouse as it was on my way to work this morning, and they said they dont have it. Fluarix tetra is indicated for active immunisation of adults and children from 6 months of age for the prevention of influenza disease caused by the two influenza a virus subtypes and the two influenza b virus lineages contained in the vaccine see section 5. Fluarix tetra is a quadrivalent vaccine indicated for active immunisation of adults and children from 3 years of age for the prevention of influenza disease caused by the influenza virus types a and b contained in the vaccine. Brandspecific enhanced safety surveillance of gsks fluarix tetra. Seasonal influenza vaccination 2020 immunisation programs. Green book influenza chapter4 provides information on influenza disease, epidemiology, the vaccines. The patient information leaflet pil is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine.
Peppa pig official channel painting with hands and potatoes with peppa pig duration. Fluarix quadrivalent is approved for use in persons aged 6 months and older. Fluarix tetra is intended to provide protection against those strains of virus from which the vaccine is prepared and to closely related strains. Fluarix tetra summary of product characteristics smpc. Mar 20, 20 the flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and immunisation in readiness for the 2015 to 2016 influenza season.
Pgd seasonal influenza vaccine nhs greater glasgow and clyde. Fluarix tetra quadrivalent influenza vaccine split virion. As with any vaccine, a protective immune response may not be elicited in all vaccinees. The preferred injection site is the upper arm deltoid muscle.
Fluarix influenza virus vaccine side effects, images. Gsk study proves efficacy of fluarix tetra flu shot in. Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the sideeffects of the drug. Pregnancy outcome whether fullterm or premature, information on the status of the mother and child in vaccinated pregnant subjects will be. The green book, the annual flu letter and subsequent. Fluarix quadrivalent is indicated for active immunization for the prevention of disease caused by influenza a subtype viruses and type b viruses contained in the vaccine see description 11. Pgd template to support the administration of live attenuated influenza vaccine fluenz tetra in accordance with the national seasonal influenza vaccination programme. The flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and immunisation in readiness for the 2015 to 2016 influenza season. Aug 25, 2015 pgd template to support the administration of live attenuated influenza vaccine fluenz tetra in accordance with the national seasonal influenza vaccination programme. Fluarix vaccine guide national vaccine support group. Includes common and rare side effects information for consumers and healthcare professionals.
It is covered by most medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower. Learn about fluarix from patients first hand experiences and trusted online health resources, including dosage, side effects and interactions. Fluarix tetra summary of product characteristics smpc emc. The formulation utilises the same starting materials and manufacturing and control processes, equipment and facilities, as currently licensed for the fluarix trivalent vaccine. The flu chapter of the green book has been updated to reflect the latest guidance from the joint committee on vaccination and immunisation in readiness. Mar 18, 2020 fluarix tetra patient information leaflet pil by glaxosmithkline uk. Gsk study proves efficacy of fluarix tetra flu shot in children. Mar 20, 2020 fluarix quadrivalent, influenza vaccine, for intramuscular injection, is a sterile, colorless, and slightly opalescent suspension. Fluarix tetra may be administered to pregnant womenlactating women as per pi, if there is a clear need. In previous seasons the influenza chapter of the green book contained information on the ovalbumin content of flu vaccines available for that season.
The quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine fluarix tetra is authorised for children aged three and four years and is preferred because of the additional. Fluarix tetra meets the who requirements for biological substances and influenza vaccines and the european pharmacopoeia requirements for influenza vaccines. How much is given for adults and children over 3 years of age. Green book include reference to the directed enhanced service and offer to morbidly obese adults from 16 years of age include minor rewording, layout and formatting changes to remove duplication and for clarity and consistency with other phe pgd templates 8 may 2019 1. The type and amount of viral antigens in fluarix tetra conform to the annual requirements of the australian influenza vaccine committee aivc and the new zealand ministry of health. How it is given fluarix tetra is generally injected into the upper arm or upper. The consumer medicine information is a leaflet written for people who have been prescribed this product. Fluarix quadrivalent is prepared from influenza viruses propagated in embryonated chicken eggs. Phe influenza immunisation guideline phedhdwp guideline. Fluarix tetra seasonal influenza vaccine in england. Sep 18, 2008 the background material for this telecon was submitted to ind b4 submission 121, which included the clinical study report for study fluarix 056 and preliminary results for study fluarix us. Fluarix tetra quadrivalent influenza vaccine split virion, inactivated 1. Gsk study proves efficacy of fluarix tetra flu shot in children by michael johnsen 03062018. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine.
Fluarix quadrivalent is a vaccine used to treat the flu. The national flu immunisation programme 201718 training. Indications, side effects, contraindications and other prescribing information for fluarix tetra on mims. As per the green book, children and young people under the age of 18 years who ha ve either. Fluarix tetra, influsplit tetra gsk23218a, dqiv, fluarix.
The background material for this telecon was submitted to ind b4 submission 121, which included the clinical study report for study fluarix056 and preliminary results for. It is a quadrivalent flu shot, which means that it protects against four flu strains. Administration of childhood flu immunisation birth to pre. Fluenz tetra, or supply only in welldefined local circumstances, to children and. The tga has received a report that one dose of fluarix vaccine failed to be completely administered because of a manufacturing defect, in which what appeared to be a piece of glasslike material blocked the action of the syringe. Qivs are black triangle including gsks fluarix tetra. For children between 3 years and 8 years old, fluarix is given in one 0. I also tried the pharmacy near my work in ivanhoe east, they dont have any yet. Fluarix tetra can be used in adults and children older than 3 years of age. Influenza immunisation information including updates for public health professionals. The table below adapted from information published by public health. Do not administer fluarix quadrivalent to anyone with a history of severe allergic reactions e. This may increase your risk for sideeffects or cause your drug not to work properly. Fluarix is a vaccine prepared from influenza viruses propagated in embryonated chicken eggs.
Learn about drug imprint, side effects, uses treating, dosage, interaction, overdose, and warnings. Tetra astrazeneca licensed from 2 years to less than 18 years of age laiv qive qivc ativ iii tivhd suitable but not eligible for reimbursement under nhs flu vaccine programme quadrivalent influenza vaccine tetra myl mylan qive licensed from 3 years of age 5 quadrivalent influenza vaccine sanofi pasteur licensed from 6 months of age i qive. Fluarix quadrivalent, influenza vaccine, for intramuscular injection, is a sterile, colorless, and slightly opalescent suspension. Children who have never received a flu shot should get two doses of the 0. Before using fluarix tetra 2016 injection, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products e. I am looking for a pharmacy that has the fluarix tetra quadrivalent fluvax with 4 strains. This information is intended for use in australia only and does not replace advice from a. What is a patient information leaflet and why is it useful. Consumer medicine information cmi about influvac tetra quadrivalent influenza vaccine, surface antigen, inactivated intended for persons living in australia. Fluarix fda prescribing information, side effects and uses. Dailymed fluarix quadrivalent 20192020 influenza virus. Green book include reference to the directed enhanced service and offer to morbidly obese adults from 16 years of age include minor rewording, layout and formatting changes to. Glaxosmithkline began shipping doses of fluarix quadrivalent for the 201516 flu season to u.
Gsks fourstrain flu vaccine approved in germany and uk will be sold as influsplit tetra in germany and fluarix tetra in the uk glaxosmithkline gsk has been granted marketing approval in germany and the uk for its fourstrain quadrivalent influenza vaccine, the first registered product of its type in europe. Children over 9 years old and adults should get one 0. The national influenza immunisation programme 2019 to 2020. Afluria quad inactivated quadrivalent influenza vaccine split virion consumer medicine information. Gsk does not recommend, endorse or accept liability for sites controlled by thirdparties. For the biopharma industry investment, business development and competitive intelligence professionals who require information to support financing, partnering and licensing activities, bciq provides accurate information and context to support profitable and strategic decision making. Information taken from green book august 2018 and summary of product characteristics spcs for. The current chapter does not contain this information. Fluarix tetra quadrivalent influenza vaccine split. The national flu immunisation programme 201718 training for professionals. Sep 14, 2015 peppa pig official channel painting with hands and potatoes with peppa pig duration. Gsks fourstrain flu vaccine approved in germany and uk.
Green book influenza chapter4 provides information on influenza disease, epidemiology. This is superceded by the green book recommendation to. For information on the use of influenza vaccines in egg allergic individuals please see the green book influenza chapter. Inactivated influenza vaccine information for healthcare. Inactivated influenza vaccine information for healthcare practitioners 7. Before you are given fluarix tetra when you or your child must not be given fluarix tetra fluarix tetra must not be given if you or your child. Each of the influenza viruses is produced and purified separately. Fluarix is an intramuscular vaccine against influenza a and b strains. If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of fluarix tetra 2016 injection may change. Sep 17, 2019 learn about the potential side effects of fluarix quadrivalent influenza virus vaccine, inactivated. Unlike other intelligence solutions, bciq exclusively supports the unique needs of the biopharma industry and. Evaluation of the immunogenicity and safety of glaxosmithkline gsk biologicals quadrivalent influenza vaccine influsplit tetra fluarix tetra gsk23218a when coadministered with pneumovax 23 in adults 50 years of age and older full text view. Jul 22, 2019 fluarix, influenza virus vaccine, for intramuscular injection, is a sterile colorless to slightly opalescent suspension. Sanofi pasteur quadrivalent influenza split virion, inactivated.
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