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Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine

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Medically Reviewed by Oluni Odunlami, MD TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Aug 22, 2023  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

Generic name: respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine

Drug class: Viral vaccines

Dosage form: intramuscular powder for injection (preservative-free 120 mcg)

Availability: Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available

Brand names: Arexvy

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What is Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine?

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.

Warnings

Becoming infected with respiratory syncytial virus is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine.

You should not receive another dose of this vaccine if you had a life threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.

Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

How should I take Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine

This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

Fainting may occur. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury.

Dosing information

Usual Adult Dose for Respiratory Syncytial Virus:

Recommended dose: 0.5 mL intramuscularly as a single dose.

Use(s): For active immunization for the prevention of lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) caused by respiratory syncytial virus in individuals 60 years of age and older.

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Before Taking

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).

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since this vaccine is given as a one time injection, you are not likely to be on a dosing schedule.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of this vaccine is unlikely to occur.

What should I avoid while using Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine?

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

Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine side effects

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

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine may cause serious side effects. 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 of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine 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.

See more: Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine Side Effects

What other drugs will affect Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) vaccine?

Before receiving this vaccine, tell your vaccination provider about all other vaccines you have recently received.

Other drugs may affect this vaccine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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