influenza-virus vaccine

influenza-virus vaccine,

an active immunizing agent.

indication It is prescribed for immunization against influenza.

contraindications Acute infection or allergy to eggs prohibits its use.

adverse effects Among the more serious adverse effects are anaphylaxis and Guillain-Barré syndrome.

influenza (in´flooen´z

n a highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract caused by a myxovirus and transmitted by airborne droplet infection. Symptoms include sore throat, cough, fever, muscular pains, and weakness. Fever and constitutional symptoms distinguish influenza from the common cold. Three main strains of influenza virus have been recognized: Type A, Type B, and Type C. New strains of the virus emerge at regular intervals and are named according to geographic origin. Asian flu is a Type A influenza.

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