Polio Immunization (Vaccine)
Alternate Names : Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV), Salk Vaccine
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Precautions and contraindications
People who have had severe allergic (anaphylactic) reactions after a previous dose of IPV, or to streptomycin, polymyxin B, or neomycin, should not receive IPV. If a pregnant woman is at increased risk for infection and requires immediate protection, IPV should be administered in accordance with the recommended schedules for adults. Although have been no reported adverse effects in women who have received IPV during pregnancy, IPV should be avoided during pregnancy if possible.
IPV can be given to the following people who might have some concerns about vaccination:
- Women who are breast-feeding
- Children with diarrhea
- Anyone who:
- has minor upper respiratory illness, with or without fever
- has had mild to moderate local reactions to a previous dose of vaccine
- is taking antimicrobial therapy
- is in the improvement stage of an acute illness
People who are moderately or severely ill should usually wait until they have recovered before receiving the vaccine.
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