IPV (POLIO)

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The IPV vaccine is an inactivated poliovirus vaccine that protects against polio through a series of injections. Developed by Dr. Jonas Salk, it contains a killed version of the virus and is highly effective, with nearly all children receiving the recommended doses becoming protected for life. IPV is the standard polio vaccine in many countries, including the US, Canada, and Europe, and it can be given alone or combined with other vaccines. Read more

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Inactivated poliovirus vaccine - GPEI
The IPV vaccine is an inactivated poliovirus vaccine that protects against polio through a series of injectionsDeveloped by Dr. Jonas Salk, it contains a killed version of the virus and is highly effective, with nearly all children receiving the recommended doses becoming protected for life. IPV is the standard polio vaccine in many countries, including the US, Canada, and Europe, and it can be given alone or combined with other vaccines.  
How it works
  • The IPV vaccine is given as a series of shots. 
  • It contains inactivated (killed) poliovirus strains for all three types of poliovirus. 
  • The immune system responds by producing antibodies, which are proteins that identify and fight the poliovirus. 
  • These antibodies prevent the virus from spreading to the central nervous system and causing paralysis. 
Key facts
  • Effectiveness: 
    Almost all children (~99%) who complete the recommended IPV doses are protected from polio. 
  • Administration: 
    It is administered by a trained health worker through an intramuscular or intradermal injection. 
  • Safety: 
    Because it uses a killed virus, IPV cannot cause polio. It is also safe for individuals with immunodeficiencies. 
  • Availability: 
    It can be given as a standalone product or combined with other vaccines. 
  • International use: 
    IPV is a key part of global polio eradication efforts and is recommended for routine immunization worldwide by the World Health Organization. 
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