POLIOVAX

Drug Name: POLIOVAX

POLIOVAX DESCRIPTION:
POLIOVIRUS VACCINE - INJECTION (POE-lee-oh vack-SEEN)

COMMON POLIOVAX BRAND NAME(S):
Ipol, Poliovax

POLIOVAX SIDE EFFECTS:
This vaccine is generally well tolerated. Temporary and infrequent redness, swelling or pain at the injection site has occurred. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE POLIOVAX:
POLIOVAX: This vaccine (IPV) is given by injection under the skin in a series of separate doses. Other doses may be given as the oral polio vaccine (OPV). Before use, the vaccine should be checked for particles or discoloration. It is critical to follow your physician's instructions exactly and complete the entire treatment series. All doses of vaccine must be used before protection against polio can occur. Discuss fully the benefits and risks of the two types of polio vaccine with your doctor and which treatment series would be best for you or your child.

POLIOVAX USES:
POLIOVAX is a vaccine. It causes your immune system to protect you from polio virus.

POLIOVAX PRECAUTIONS:
Before using POLIOVAX, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), recent fever/illness, anti-cancer radiation treatment. POLIOVAX should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This vaccine may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

POLIOVAX DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of immune- suppressing drugs such as: corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), alkylating agents (e.g., cisplatin, hydroxyurea), antimetabolites (e.g., thioguanine). In the clinic or pharmacy, do not mix this vaccine with diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (DTP) or DTaP in the same syringe as the strength of the polio vaccine may be decreased if prepared in this manner. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

POLIOVAX OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

POLIOVAX NOTES:
Do not share POLIOVAX with others.

MISSED POLIOVAX DOSE:
If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

POLIOVAX STORAGE:
This vaccine is intended for immediate use, not storage, by the person being vaccinated. For bulk storage, the vaccine is stable if refrigerated between 35 and 46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C). Do not freeze.