Drug Notes - Adenovirus vaccine, live (By mouth)

Adenovirus vaccine, live (By mouth)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This vaccine is not right for everyone. Do not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to live adenovirus vaccine or you are pregnant.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this vaccine.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.
Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

This vaccine may cause problems during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant for 6 weeks after receiving the vaccine. If you think you have become pregnant, tell your doctor right away.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have diarrhea, vomiting, a weak immune system, or any type of cancer.
This vaccine contains live viruses that are shed in the stool for up to 28 days after the vaccine is received. Wash your hands frequently, especially right after bowel movements. Avoid close contact with people who are at high risk for catching the adenovirus. Pregnant women, anyone who has a weak immune system, and children younger than 7 years are at high risk. Ask your doctor about proper hand washing and other ways to help avoid spreading the viruses to other people.
This vaccine contains albumin, which comes from human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who received them. The risk is low, but talk with your doctor if you have concerns.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fever of at least 100.5 degrees F, cough, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat
Trouble breathing

Last Updated: 9/6/2024