Influenza Virus Vaccine, Inactivated Dosage

Usual Adult Dose for Influenza Prophylaxis

0.5 mL, IM, once


Fluzone Intradermal(R):
0.1 mL, intradermally, once

Usual Pediatric Dose for Influenza Prophylaxis

6 months to 35 months: 0.25 mL, IM - 1 or 2 doses; if 2 doses, administer 1 month apart
3 to 8 years old: 0.5 mL (1 dose), IM - 1 or 2 doses; if 2 doses, administer 1 month apart
9 years and older: 0.5 mL, IM, once

Comments:
-Previously unvaccinated children (under 9 years of age) should receive 2 doses.
-Some previously vaccinated children should receive 2 doses: check current ACIP guidelines.
-Check the approved age range for the vaccine being used.
-The deltoid muscle of the upper arm is the preferred administration site.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 months.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:
-The preferred intramuscular site is the deltoid muscle of the upper arm.
-The preferred intradermal site is the deltoid; having the patient place the hand of the arm being immunized on their hip so that it bends at the elbow creates a more accessible angle.
-Inspect for particulate matter and/or discoloration.
-Use separate syringes for each injection.

Storage:
-Refrigerate; do not freeze
-Discard if product has been frozen