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ALL ABOUT FLUMIST®:
What's Flumist?

Meet FluMist

FluMist is an FDA-approved annual flu vaccine that's sprayed in the nose. It can be used in eligible children, adolescents, and adults 2-49 years old.
How's it work?
Similar to the chicken pox vaccine, FluMist contains a weakened live virus.
The weakened live virus in FluMist is designed not to cause the flu, but to help protect you from influenza through the end of flu season by triggering a natural immune response in the nose - the place where you usually catch the flu.
You have a choice
This season, remember that you have a choice when it comes to fighting the flu.
So, ask your doctor if FluMist is right for you and your family.

More FluMist Facts

FluMist is free of preservatives and is latex-free. It does not contain thimerosal or preservatives containing mercury.
FluMist contains the 3 recommended flu strains from the CDC.
FluMist is available early so get vaccinated at back-to-school checkups and sports physicals.
More than 40 million doses of FluMist have been distributed to help prevent the flu.
The most common side effects of FluMist are runny or stuffy nose; sore throat and fever over 100 F.
Did You Know?
In a study of kids
2 to 5 years of age, compared to the flu shot, FluMist cut the risk of getting the flu in half.*
* These results are from a large study during the
2004-2005 flu season.
Past study results do not guarantee future flu season results. (Please scroll down for Important Safety and Eligibility Information.)
Healthcare Professionals
Important Safety and Eligibility Information

What is FluMist® (Influenza Vaccine Live, Intranasal)?
FluMist is a vaccine that is sprayed into the nose to help protect against influenza. It can be used in children, adolescents, and adults ages 2 through 49. FluMist may not prevent influenza in everyone who gets vaccinated.

Who should not get FluMist?
You should not get FluMist if you: are allergic to eggs, gentamicin, gelatin, or arginine; have ever had a life-threatening reaction to influenza vaccinations; or are 2 through 17 years old and take aspirin or medicines containing aspirin—children or adolescents should not be given aspirin for 4 weeks after getting FluMist unless your healthcare provider tells you otherwise.

Children under 2 years old should not get FluMist because there is a chance they may wheeze (have difficulty with breathing) after getting FluMist.

Who may not be able to get FluMist?
Tell your healthcare provider if you: are currently wheezing; have a history of wheezing if under 5 years old; have had Guillain-Barré syndrome; have a weakened immune system or live with someone who has a severely weakened immune system; have problems with your heart, kidneys, or lungs; have diabetes; are pregnant or nursing; or are taking Tamiflu®, Relenza®, amantadine, or rimantadine.

They will decide if FluMist is right for you.

What are the most common side effects of FluMist?
The most common side effects of FluMist are runny or stuffy nose; sore throat; and fever over 100 degrees F.

Please see the accompanying complete Product Information, including Patient Information [PDF] for more information.