Polio Vaccine - Oral Pharmacology

Polio Vaccine - Oral

About Polio Vaccine - Oral
Active Immunization Agent, Live attenuated (weakened)Viral vaccine, Protection against Poliomyelitis.
Mechanism of Action of Polio Vaccine - Oral
Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) is made with live polio virus that has been weakened. OPV produces antibodies in the blood (`humeral` or serum immunity) to all three types of poliovirus. In the event of infection, this will protect the individual against polio paralysis by preventing the spread of poliovirus to the nervous system. OPV also produces a local immune response in the lining (mucous membrane) of the intestines - the primary site for poliovirus multiplication. Resulting antibodies limit the multiplication of wild (naturally occurring) virus inside the gut, preventing effective infection.
Pharmacokinets of Polio Vaccine - Oral
Antibody stimulation after oral administration occurs within 7-10 days and peaks at approximately 3 weeks. Drug is distributed into breast milk.
Onset of Action for Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A
Duration of Action for Polio Vaccine - Oral
5 yrs after administration
Half Life of Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A
Side Effects of Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A
Contra-indications of Polio Vaccine - Oral
1.Allergies (especially drug allergies)
2.Immune system disorders
3.Cancer
4.Certain blood disorders
5.Diarrhea
6.Vomiting
7.Fever
8.Illness
Special Precautions while taking Polio Vaccine - Oral
The poliovirus vaccine should be used with caution in patients with a history of neomycin hypersensitivity or streptomycin hypersensitivity because these agents may be used in the preparation of OPV.
Pregnancy Related Information
N/A
Old Age Related Information
N/A
Breast Feeding Related Information
N/A
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Polio Vaccine - Oral
1. Protection from polio virus
Interactions for Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A
Typical Dosage for Polio Vaccine - Oral
Oral-
Adults :
0.5 ml PO initially, then repeated 8 weeks later. The third dose should be given 8-12 months after the second dose. When less than 4 weeks is available before immunization is required, a single 0.5 ml PO dose should be given.
Infants :
The first 0.5 ml PO dose should be administered at 6-12 weeks of age. The second 0.5 ml PO dose should be administered preferably 8 weeks after the first dose. The third 0.5 ml PO dose should be administered at 6 months of age, however, if this time cannot be met, the third dose may be administered as late as 18 months of age.
Children up to age 18 years :
0.5 mL PO initially, followed by the second dose preferably 8 weeks after the first dose. The third dose is given 8-12 months after the second dose (adolescents and older children may receive the third dose 6-8 weeks after the second dose if there is an increased risk of poliomyelitis). Booster doses are suggested upon starting school at 4-6 years of age, unless the third dose of the primary series was given after the recipient`s fourth birthday.
Schedule of Polio Vaccine - Oral
C
Storage Requirements for Polio Vaccine - Oral
Store at cold dark place.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Polio Vaccine - Oral
N/A

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