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Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine

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Product introduction

Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is used in the prevention of polio. It protects against poliomyelitis causing poliovirus. Polio or poliomyelitis is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease. The virus spreads from person to person and can invade an infected person's brain and spinal cord, causing paralysis.

Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is used to protect against some infectious diseases

Uses of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Solution

Benefits of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Solution

In Prevention of Polio

Polio is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease. Poliovirus spreads from person to person and can invade an infected person's brain and spinal cord, causing paralysis. Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine protects against poliomyelitis causing poliovirus. The vaccine contains inactivated (killed) viruses of all three poliovirus types (I, II, and III). It works by helping the immune system to produce antibodies that prevent the spread of the virus to the brain and protect against paralysis.

Side effects of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Biopolio B1/3

  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Diarrhea

How to use Biopolio B1/3 Oral Solution

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is not indicated for use in adults.
Driving
SAFE
Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is given for the prevention of polio disease.
  • Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine must be administered by oral route only, by using an oral dropper supplied with the vaccine vial.
  • Inform your doctor if your child is suffering from a high fever or any acute illness.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Killed vaccine

Patient concerns

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Didnt get polio drops in 1year Both my daughters 2 yr and 4 years respectively didnt get polio drops I need to know how many times it is necessary to give polio drops Can i give it directly to child
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, oral polio drops are to be given according to vaccination schedule. Also additional doses with pulse polio days.
Lft leg very week no blood circulation Polio in i think so plz best solution for me
Dr. Vipul Aggarwal
Orthopaedics
need to be examined polio generally desnt affect at this age
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FAQs

Q. What is Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine used for?

Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine contains live attenuated poliovirus (strain types 1, 2 and 3) and is intended for polio prophylaxis in infants 6-12 weeks of age, all unimmunized children up to 18 years of age and high-risk adults. Adults, however, should receive the inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV).

Q. What are the different types of polio vaccines?

Polio vaccines are vaccines used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio). There are two types of polio vaccines, one is inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) which is given by injection and the other is weakened oral poliovirus vaccine(OPV) given by mouth.

Q. Is Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine necessary?

Yes, polio virus attacks the nervous system which can lead to paralysis, especially of lower limbs. Therefore, it is important to get Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine as it provides protection against this virus.

Q. Is Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine better than inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV)?

No, IPV is considered more effective than Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine. Although, it is expensive and relatively difficult to administer. It was seen that giving Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine alone led to more cases of polio when compared to Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine because it is a live form of the virus. Therefore, in order to prevent polio outbreaks, Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine is the preferred form of polio vaccine.

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References

  1. Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 191-93.
  2. ScienceDirect. Oral Poliomyelitis Vaccine. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Bharat Biotech
Address: Genome Valley Shameerpet, Hyderabad – 500 078 Telagana INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Biopolio B1/3 Oral Vaccine. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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