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Afluria 2011-2012 IM Dosage and Storage


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Generic Name: INFLUENZA VIRUS VACCINE - INTRAMUSCULAR
Pronounced: (IN-floo-EN-za)

Afluria 2011-2012 IM Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Afluria 2011-2012 IM Missed Dose

Not applicable.

Afluria 2011-2012 IM Notes

Vaccination may be given to anyone wishing to reduce the chance of getting the flu. For optimal protection, the vaccine must be repeated each year since it may contain different strains than previous years.

Afluria 2011-2012 IM Storage

Not applicable. This vaccine is given in a doctor's office or clinic and will not be stored at home.


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