Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent

Generic name:influenza vaccine
Dosage form: suspension, for intramuscular injection
Drug class:Viral vaccines

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 1, 2021.

Indications and Usage for Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent

Fluzone® High-Dose Quadrivalent is a vaccine indicated for active immunization for the prevention of influenza caused by influenza A subtype viruses and type B viruses contained in the vaccine.

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is indicated for use in persons 65 years of age and older.

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent Dosage and Administration

For intramuscular use only

Dose and Schedule

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent should be administered as a single 0.7 mL injection by the intramuscular route in adults 65 years of age and older.

Administration

Inspect Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent visually for particulate matter and/or discoloration prior to administration. If either of these conditions exists the vaccine should not be administered.

Before administering a dose of vaccine, shake the prefilled syringe.

The preferred site for intramuscular injection is the deltoid muscle. The vaccine should not be injected into the gluteal area or areas where there may be a major nerve trunk.

Do not administer this product intravenously.

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent should not be combined through reconstitution or mixed with any other vaccine.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is a suspension for injection.

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is supplied in prefilled syringes, 0.7 mL, for adults 65 years of age and older.

Contraindications

A severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the vaccine [see Description (11)], including egg protein, or to a previous dose of any influenza vaccine is a contraindication to administration ...