Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of respiratory disease. The virus is highly contagious and usually affects the lungs and airways. For most people, infections can feel like a common cold, but for some, the virus is potentially life-threatening.

Respiratory syncytial virus vaccine is used to prevent lung disease caused by respiratory syncytial virus in adults at least 60 years old.

Like any vaccine, the respiratory syncytial virus vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person.

You should not receive this vaccine if you have ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to any component of this vaccine.

Tell your doctor or vaccination provider if you have a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicine).

Use Respiratory Syncytial Virus (Rsv) Vaccine (Intramuscular) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome--numbness, pain, tingling, weakness, burning or prickly feeling, vision or hearing problems, trouble breathing.

Common side effects may include:

• tiredness;
• headache;
• joint or muscle pain; or
• pain where the injection was given.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-822-7967.

Follow your vaccination provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.