the lupienza vaccine will protect you from the flu. it works by exposing you to small doses of the flu virus, which helps your body develop immunity against illness. vaccination will not cure an existing flu virus infection.
the lupienza vaccine is given as an injection into a muscle by a doctor or nurse. it is usually given before winter when the flu virus starts affecting. usually, only one shot is needed to protect you for a year. it would help if you were vaccinated every year because new, different strains of the flu virus appear frequently, and different vaccines are developed. this vaccination is essential if you are elderly or have chronic health problems such as diabetes, heart failure, kidney failure, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd). it is also recommended for toddlers aged six months and above.
this vaccine can have mild side effects, but it is better to be vaccinated than to catch the flu. the flu causes thousands of deaths every year. the most common side effects are headache, weakness, fatigue, and pain or swelling at the vaccination site. they usually don't last long. talk to your doctor if any side effects persist or bother you.
before injecting, tell your doctor if you have a fever or have ever had an allergic reaction to any vaccine. some other medicines can react with the flu vaccine, so talk to your doctor about taking other medicines. as with any vaccine, it may not completely protect everyone, although it will reduce flu symptoms if you get one. it does not prevent bird flu (avian flu) or the common cold. consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
