FluMist Dosage
Generic name: INFLUENZA A VIRUS A/NORWAY/31694/2022 (H1N1) LIVE (ATTENUATED) ANTIGEN 10000000[FFU] in 0.2mL, INFLUENZA A VIRUS A/Perth/722/2024 (H3N2) LIVE (ATTENUATED) ANTIGEN 10000000[FFU] in 0.2mL, INFLUENZA B VIRUS B/AUSTRIA/1359417/2021 LIVE (ATTENUATED) ANTIGEN 10000000[FFU] in 0.2mL
Dosage form: nasal spray
Drug class: Viral vaccines
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 1, 2025.
For intranasal use.
Dosing Information
Administer FluMist according to the following schedule:
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Age |
Dose |
Schedule |
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2 years through 8 years |
If 2 doses, administer at least 1 month apart |
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9 years through 49 years |
1 dose, 0.2 mL† |
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“-” indicates information is not applicable. |
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Administration Instructions
Each sprayer contains a single dose (0.2 mL) of FluMist; administer approximately one half of the contents of the single-dose intranasal sprayer into each nostril.
When administered by a healthcare provider in a healthcare setting, refer to Figure 1 for step-by-step administration instructions. Following administration, dispose of the sprayer according to the standard procedures for medical waste (e.g., sharps container or biohazard container).
Instruct vaccine recipients or caregivers who administer FluMist to follow the directions provided in the “Instructions for Use” for administration and disposal of FluMist. Individuals 2 through 17 years of age should not self‑administer FluMist.
Figure 1
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