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Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is an inactivated trivalent vaccine that contains type I, type II, and type III antigens, which is used to prevent Poliovirus disease. It is given before exposure to the poliovirus. Polio disease cannot be cured but can be prevented with safe and effective vaccination.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

POLIO VACCINE-2ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bharat Biotech

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is an injectable vaccine used to protect against poliomyelitis (polio), a viral infection that can affect the nervous system and, in severe cases, cause permanent muscle weakness or paralysis. Vaccination helps your immune system recognise and fight poliovirus before it can cause serious illness.

This vaccine is given as a series of doses to build and maintain protection. The number and timing of doses depend on age, previous vaccination history, local immunisation guidelines, and individual risk.

Most reactions are mild and temporary, such as pain, redness, or swelling where the injection was given. A mild fever or tiredness may also occur. Serious allergic reactions are rare but require immediate medical attention.

Before vaccination, tell your healthcare provider if you or your child has had a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or any ingredient in the vaccine. Vaccination may need to be delayed during a moderate or severe acute illness, while a mild illness such as a cold is usually not a reason to postpone it.

Tell your doctor about medicines or treatments that weaken the immune system, such as chemotherapy or high-dose corticosteroids, because they may reduce the immune response to vaccination. Also tell your doctor about pregnancy, breastfeeding, bleeding problems, and any previous vaccination reactions.

Uses of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml

Your doctor may recommend Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml for the following purpose:

  • Prevention of poliomyelitis: Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml helps the immune system develop protection against poliovirus, reducing the risk of polio and its serious complications, including paralysis.

Key Benefits

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml provides protection against polio by preparing the immune system to recognise and respond to poliovirus.

  • Helps prevent polio: Vaccination greatly reduces the risk of developing poliomyelitis and its potentially serious complications.
  • Provides long-lasting protection: Completing the recommended vaccine series helps maintain protection against poliovirus.
  • Protects during travel and outbreaks: Vaccination is particularly important for people travelling to or living in areas where poliovirus may still be circulating.
  • Helps protect the community: High vaccination coverage reduces the spread of poliovirus and helps protect people who are more vulnerable to infection.

Directions for Use

  • Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer it.

How Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml Works

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml contains inactivated (killed) poliovirus. The virus cannot multiply or cause polio. After the vaccine is given, your immune system recognises the inactive virus and produces antibodies, which are protective proteins that can recognise poliovirus. If you are exposed to poliovirus later, your immune system can respond more quickly and help prevent the virus from causing disease.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Alcohol does not interact with vaccines. However, please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Limited data is available on the effect of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant, inform your doctor before receiving Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited data is available. if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml.

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you or your child have liver problems before undertaking vaccination.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you or your child have kidney problems before undertaking vaccination.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is routinely given in neonates above 6 weeks of age. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Heart

Caution

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is generally safe for heart patients and does not pose direct cardiac risks. However, if you have severe or unstable heart conditions, it's best to receive it under medical supervision to monitor for any rare systemic reactions.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is generally safe for geriatric patients and does not pose age-specific risks. However, older adults should receive it under medical supervision.

What if I have taken an overdose of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml

Because this vaccine is prepared and administered by trained healthcare professionals, receiving too much is unlikely. Tell your healthcare provider if you believe an incorrect dose was given or if you develop unusual symptoms after vaccination.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat normally: No special diet is generally required before or after receiving this vaccine.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink enough fluids, particularly if you develop a mild fever after vaccination.
  • Move the injected arm or leg gently: Normal movement may help reduce temporary stiffness or soreness.
  • Practise good hygiene: Regular handwashing and good sanitation remain important for reducing the spread of infections.

Health Queries

My child has polio affecting both legs and is crying due to pain. What should I do to relieve the pain?

Vikas Singh

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

Pain in a child with polio may be due to muscle strain, joint stress or nerve-related discomfort. Ensure proper rest, gentle positioning and avoid overuse of affected limbs. Light massage and physiotherapy under guidance can help reduce discomfort. Consult a doctor to check the cause and provide suitable treatment for relief.

I have post-polio residual paralysis. What preventive measures should I follow to better manage it?

Vikas Singh

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

Post-polio residual paralysis needs long-term care to prevent further strain on weak muscles. Avoid overexertion, maintain a balanced routine and use supportive devices if needed. Regular physiotherapy and gentle exercises can help preserve strength and mobility. Consult a doctor or rehabilitation specialist to guide ongoing care and prevent complications.

Is there any treatment for polio?

Vikas Singh

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

Once polio affects the nerves, there is no specific cure, and treatment mainly focuses on supportive care. Management includes rest, pain relief and physiotherapy to help maintain muscle function. In cases with weakness or paralysis, rehabilitation and assistive devices can improve quality of life. Prevention through vaccination remains the most effective way to control polio.

I have post-polio and allergic asthma. What should I do?

Vikas Singh

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

Post-polio can cause long-term muscle weakness, and allergic asthma may lead to breathing difficulty with triggers. Avoid allergens such as dust and smoke, and follow a routine for breathing care. Gentle physiotherapy and staying active can help maintain muscle strength. You should consult a doctor to manage both conditions together and adjust treatment as needed.

My baby is due for the 6-week vaccination. Which vaccines should be given, and what is the best option?

Vikas Singh

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

At 6 weeks, babies are usually given vaccines that protect against infections like diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, hepatitis B, and rotavirus. These are part of the routine immunisation schedule and may be given as combination vaccines. The exact choice can vary based on availability and your doctor's advice. It is important to follow the recommended schedule to ensure proper protection. Consult a doctor to choose the best option for your baby.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml to start to work: The time required for Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml last: The duration of action for Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is unknown.

What if you forget to take Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml

If you or your child misses a scheduled dose, contact your healthcare provider to arrange the next dose. In most cases, you do not need to restart the vaccination series. Your healthcare provider will continue the schedule from where it was interrupted.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml out of the sight and reach of children.• Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.
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Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.Prepaid payment required.

Drug Warnings

  • Complete the recommended series: Receiving all recommended doses is important for reliable protection against polio.
  • Keep your vaccination record: An accurate record helps healthcare providers determine whether additional doses are needed, particularly before international travel.
  • Tell your doctor about previous allergic reactions: A severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or vaccine component may mean another dose should not be given.
  • Discuss illness before vaccination: Mild illness usually does not prevent vaccination, but vaccination may be postponed if you are moderately or severely unwell.
  • Mention immune-suppressing treatment: Chemotherapy, high-dose corticosteroids, or other treatments that weaken immune function may affect the response to vaccination.
  • Tell your healthcare provider about bleeding problems: Special precautions may be needed when an injection into a muscle is given to someone with a bleeding disorder or taking blood-thinning medicines.
  • Check vaccination requirements before travel: Adults travelling to areas with increased poliovirus risk may need to complete a primary series or receive a booster, depending on their vaccination history and current travel guidance.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Medicines that suppress the immune system (e.g. high-dose corticosteroids, chemotherapy, some medicines used after organ transplantation): These treatments may reduce the body's immune response to the vaccine. Your healthcare provider will decide the most appropriate vaccination timing.
  • Other vaccines: Inactivated polio vaccine can generally be given at the same visit as other recommended vaccines. Separate injection sites are used when appropriate.
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How does the drug interact with Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml:
The combined use of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml and Hydrocortisone can cause a risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of the Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml and hydrocortisone can lead to an interaction, Before receiving the vaccine, you should let your doctor know if you are now receiving or have recently received hydrocortisone. Your doctor may decide to postpone vaccination in some cases so that your body has time to recover from the side effects of hydrocortisone therapy. On the other hand, if you recently had the Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml, your doctor might decide to put off starting your hydrocortisone therapy for a few weeks.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml when used as directed. 
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is used to prevent poliovirus disease. It is a trivalent vaccine containing type I, type II, and type III antigens.
Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml may cause redness at the site of injection. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.
The majority of people receive Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml as children. Typically, children receive five doses of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml at two months of age, one dosage at 18 months, and booster doses at 4 to 6 and 14 to 16 years of age. Most adults do not need Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml because they were already vaccinated as children. But some adults are at higher risk and should consider Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml.
There are two main types of polio vaccines, one is inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) which is given as an injection and contains inactivated (killed) virus and the other one is oral polio vaccine (OPV) which is taken by mouth and contains weakened (attenuated) virus.
Yes, Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is necessary. Polio is a highly infectious disease that can lead to permanent paralysis or even death. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent polio and protect individuals and communities from this severe disease.
No, IPV is considered more effective than Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml. However, it is rather costly and challenging to administer. Because Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml is a live version of the virus, it was shown that administering it alone resulted in more incidences of polio than inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV).
The common side effects of Biopolio Vaccine 2 ml are irritability, headache, pain, redness, tenderness, anorexia (eating disorder), fever, and soreness at the site of injection. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No. Inactivated polio vaccine contains killed poliovirus, which cannot multiply in your body or cause polio.
Yes. Adults who are unvaccinated or have not completed a primary polio vaccination series may receive catch-up doses. The exact schedule depends on previous vaccination history and how soon protection is needed.
Adults who completed their routine polio vaccination series and are at increased risk of exposure may be advised to receive a single lifetime IPV booster before travel to certain areas where poliovirus is circulating. Some destinations may also have specific vaccination or documentation requirements. Check with your doctor or travel clinic before travelling.
An unvaccinated adult who needs protection should receive a primary IPV series according to current immunisation guidance. An accelerated schedule may sometimes be used when travel is approaching. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate schedule.
Contact your healthcare provider to arrange the next dose. The series usually does not need to be restarted, even when more time than recommended has passed between doses.
Yes. Inactivated polio vaccine can generally be given at the same visit as other recommended vaccines, using separate injection sites when appropriate.
A mild illness such as a cold is usually not a reason to delay vaccination. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a moderate or severe illness or significant fever.
Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. When there is an increased risk of poliovirus exposure, and protection is needed, your doctor will assess the benefits and appropriate timing of vaccination.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Genome Valley Shameerpet, Hyderabad – 500 078 Telagana INDIA
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