The 'Priority' vaccine. Instructions

The drug "Prioriks" is a vaccine that is used to prevent diseases such as parotitis, measles and rubella. The form of the release is lyophilate, intended for the preparation of a solution for administration subcutaneously or intramuscularly. It looks like a homogeneous porous mass of slightly pink or white. The solvent applied to the package is a clear liquid, which has neither color nor smell. 3 strains of viruses include the vaccine "Priority". The composition contains a vaccine strain of the virus of mumps, measles, rubella, and also auxiliary substances: neomycin sulfate, sorbitol, amino acids, lactose, mannitol.

Studies have shown that the vaccine is highly effective. Antibodies to the measles virus were found in 98 percent of the vaccinated, 96 percent for the mumps virus, and more than 99 percent for the rubella virus.

The drug "Priority". Instruction: dosage

Typically, the vaccine is administered subcutaneously, with a dose of 0.5 milligrams. Intramuscular injection is allowed, but in no case can it be administered intravenously. In different countries, the vaccine is used at different times. However, most often Prioryx vaccination is administered to children at the age of one year, then revaccination is performed at the age of six. You can prescribe the vaccine to girls at thirteen years old, if they have not been vaccinated before.

The "Priority" vaccine. Instruction: method of solution preparation

Before use, the contents of the syringe that is attached or the ampoules with the solvent must be added to the vial of the preparation. The vial should be shaken thoroughly before dissolving. When the preparation has dissolved, it should be an almost transparent liquid, which has a light orange or light red color. If there are any foreign matter or solution in the solution of a different color, the vaccine can not be used.

For the introduction of the vaccine, it is necessary to use a sterile new needle. If a vaccine is used in multi-dose packs, the drug must be withdrawn each time with a new syringe and needle. Dissolved medication, which is contained in multi-dose packages, should be used within no more than eight hours and provided that it is stored in the refrigerator. It is necessary to remove the vaccine from the vial if all the asepsis rules are observed.

Inoculation "Priority". Instruction: side effects

After applying the vaccine, undesirable effects may occur. It can be various infections of the respiratory tract, in rare cases - otitis. Lymphadenopathy, anorexia, vomiting, and diarrhea have also been observed. From the nervous system, insomnia, nervousness, unusual crying or febrile convulsions may occur . Often after a shot of a vaccine there is an eruption, a bronchitis and tussis. Very often there is a slight redness at the injection sites, as well as tenderness and swelling. There was also a rise in temperature and conjunctivitis. There were recorded cases of meningitis, transverse myelitis, arthritis, arthralgia, Kawasaki syndrome.

Accidental intravenous administration can lead to severe consequences and even shock. In such cases, urgent medical attention is needed.

The drug "Priority". Instruction: contraindications

Do not prescribe the drug "Priority" for people suffering from primary and secondary immunodeficiency . The vaccine is also not pricked to people suffering from acute diseases. It is strictly prohibited to use the vaccine during pregnancy, and if there is an allergy to the constituent components of the drug.

The vaccine is dispensed from pharmacies solely on prescription.

Attention! This manual is for your reference only. Before using the drug, you should always consult a doctor. To get more information, it is recommended to refer to the manufacturer's annotation.