Influvac Tetra
Influvac Tetra is a vaccine injection made by Abbott that contains Influenza vaccine, four strains, inactivated 0.5 ml dose. Influenza vaccine, four strains, inactivated is a vaccine: lowers the chance of flu and its complications; strains are updated every year, so it is given yearly.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Influenza (flu) vaccine, four strains, inactivated | 0.5 ml dose |
What it is used for
Lowers the chance of flu and its complications; strains are updated every year, so it is given yearly.
How it works
An inactivated four-strain flu vaccine, updated every year to match circulating strains.
How to take it
One injection every year, ideally before the flu season (in India often April to June and before winter).
Common side effects
- Sore arm
- Mild fever
- Aches for a day
Get medical help straight away if
- Allergic reaction
- Rarely weakness of legs in following weeks (Guillain-Barré)
Be careful
Recommended especially for older people, pregnant women, young children and people with long-term illness. Not for people with a severe allergy to a previous dose.
Other medicines and interactions
No important interactions.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Recommended in any trimester of pregnancy; protects the baby too. Safe while breastfeeding.
Common questions
What is Influvac Tetra?
Influvac Tetra is a vaccine injection by Abbott containing Influenza vaccine, four strains, inactivated 0.5 ml dose.
What is Influvac Tetra used for?
Lowers the chance of flu and its complications; strains are updated every year, so it is given yearly.
How should I take Influvac Tetra?
One injection every year, ideally before the flu season (in India often April to June and before winter). Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Influvac Tetra?
Common side effects include: Sore arm, mild fever, aches for a day. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic reaction, rarely weakness of legs in following weeks (Guillain-Barré).
Does Influvac Tetra need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Influvac Tetra in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Recommended in any trimester of pregnancy; protects the baby too. Safe while breastfeeding.
What are the substitutes for Influvac Tetra?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Influenza (flu) vaccine, four strains, inactivated: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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