FluMist Quadrivalent

FluMist Quadrivalent is a vaccine used for the prevention of "the flu". It can be used in children, adolescents, and adults ages 2 through 49. This vaccine contains weakened live virus. It works by producing antibodies in the nose (where the flu typically starts) and continues into the cells and bloodstream. FluMist Quadrivalent does not cause "the flu". Immunity occurs within 14 days.

Traditionally, flu vaccines protect against 3 flu virus strains. These are called “trivalent” flu vaccines. They protect against 2 A and 1 B strain. Now, some flu vaccines, like FluMist Quadrivalent, protect against 4 strains. A quadrivalent vaccine helps protect against 2 A strains and 2 B strains and may reduce the risk of being unprotected against the flu.

FluMist Quadrivalent is a liquid that is sprayed into each nostril of the nose. This vaccine should be repeated each year before the start of the flu season, as early as vaccines become available.

The most common FluMist Quadrivalent side effects are runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, and fever over 100°F. FluMist Quadrivalent does not contain mercury or thimerosal.

• Astrazeneca

• MedImmune, LLC

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Especially tell your doctor if you take:

• Aspirin
• Antiviral agents against influenza A and/or B
• Concomitant vaccination with inactivated vaccines
• Concomitant administration with other live vaccines
• Intranasal products

This is not a complete list of FluMist Quadrivalent drug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Medications and vaccines can interact with certain foods. In some cases, this may be harmful and your doctor may advise you to avoid certain foods. In the case of FluMist Quadrivalent, there are no specific foods that you must exclude from your diet when receiving this vaccination.

FluMist Quadrivalent is administered by a healthcare provider in a medical setting. It is unlikely that an overdose will occur. However, if overdose is suspected, seek emergency medical attention.

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

For all patients taking FluMist Quadrivalent (influenza virus vaccine (live/attenuated)):

• Runny nose.
• Stuffy nose.
• Headache.
• Muscle pain.
• Feeling tired or weak.
• Not hungry.
• Fever.
• Sore throat.
• Cough.

Young children:

• Feeling fussy.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

• If you need to store FluMist Quadrivalent (influenza virus vaccine (live/attenuated)) at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.

50 years and older: not recommend

Data not available

Administration advice:
-Do not inject

Storage requirements:
-Refrigerate; do not freeze
-Keep in carton to protect from light

Patient advice:
-Inform patients/caregivers that this is an attenuated live virus vaccine and has the potential for transmission to immunocompromised contacts.