Poliovirus Vaccine, Live Oral Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: POLIOVIRUS VACCINE - ORAL
Pronounced: (POH-lee-oh vack-SEEN)

Poliovirus Vaccine, Live Oral Oral Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

Poliovirus Vaccine, Live Oral Oral Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Poliovirus Vaccine, Live Oral Oral Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Poliovirus Vaccine, Live Oral Oral Storage

This vaccine must be kept frozen at a temperature below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C). It should not be thawed and re-frozen. It should be given to the patient immediately after being thawed.

The color of the vaccine is usually pink but may be yellowed when shipped in dry ice at very low temperatures. The color of the vaccine prior to use (red-orange-pink-yellow) has no effect on the virus or efficacy of the vaccine. Solution should be clear. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for full instructions.

Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.