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MRV

Generic Name: mixed respiratory vaccine (mikst res PIE rah tory vack scene)
Brand Names: MRV

What is mixed respiratory vaccine?

Mixed respiratory vaccine is a mixture of killed bacteria, intended for subcutaneous (under the skin) injection.

Mixed respiratory vaccine is used to build up the immune system to help treat chronic infections of the respiratory tract and the ears such as rhinitis (runny nose), infectious asthma, chronic sinusitis (inflamation of the sinuses), nasal polyposis (growths inside the nose), and ear infections.

Mixed respiratory vaccine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about mixed respiratory vaccine?

Skin reactions such as redness, swelling, and irritation are likely to occur sometime after the injection of mixed respiratory vaccine. Notify your doctor if these side effects worsen or are accompanied by a fever, a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness, or muscle pain.

Who should not use mixed respiratory vaccine?

• rheumatoid arthritis,

• lupus erythematosus, or

• another connective tissue disease.

Mixed respiratory vaccine may be harmful if you have any of the conditions listed above.

Before using mixed respiratory vaccine, tell your doctor if you have:

• diabetes, or

• eczema.

How should I use mixed respiratory vaccine?

Use mixed respiratory vaccine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain them to you.

Your doctor or nurse will administer mixed respiratory vaccine as a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection.

You will need to go to your healthcare provider"s office for injections at regularly scheduled intervals, usually every several days. The dose will be gradually increased depending on your response. After several months, maintenance therapy may begin with weekly or alternate weekly injections.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Contact your doctor if you miss a dose of mixed respiratory vaccine. You may need to repeat a dose or restart treatment at a lower dose if you miss a dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

What should I avoid while using mixed respiratory vaccine?

There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while using mixed respiratory vaccine unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Mixed respiratory vaccine side effects

Skin reactions at the site of infection, such as redness, swelling, and irritation are likely to occur sometime after the injection of mixed respiratory vaccine. Notify your doctor if these side effects worsen or are accompanied by a fever, a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness, or muscle pain.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect mixed respiratory vaccine?

It is not known if other drugs interact with mixed respiratory vaccine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about mixed respiratory vaccine written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Mixed respiratory vaccine is available with a prescription under the brand name MRV as an injection. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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