Ixchiq Dosage
Generic name: CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS LR2006 OPY1 (ATTENUATED STRAIN) ANTIGEN 3[TCID_50] in 0.5mL
Dosage form: injection
Drug class: Viral vaccines
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 9, 2023.
For intramuscular injection only.
Recommended Dose and Schedule
After reconstitution, a single dose of IXCHIQ is approximately 0.5 mL.
Administer a single dose of IXCHIQ by intramuscular injection.
Preparation for Administration
Reconstitute the Lyophilized Antigen Component, Live (a white to slightly yellowish powder) only with the accompanying Sterile Water Diluent Component to form IXCHIQ. The reconstituted vaccine is a clear, colorless to slightly yellowish liquid solution. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. If either of these conditions exists, do not administer the vaccine.
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1) Remove the cap from the syringe of Sterile Water Diluent Component. Attach a needle to the Luer lock of the syringe. |
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2) Cleanse the stopper of the vial of Lyophilized Antigen Component, Live. Slowly transfer the entire contents of the prefilled syringe of Sterile Water Diluent Component into the vial. |
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