What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Immune system problems
-An unusual or allergic reaction to respiratory syncytial virus vaccine, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What may interact with this medication?
-Medications that lower your chance of fighting infection
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your care team for regular health checks.
Before you receive this vaccine, talk to your care team if you have an acute illness. Vaccines can be given to people with mild acute illness, such as the common cold or diarrhea. Discuss with your care team the risks and benefits of receiving this vaccine during a moderate to severe illness. Your care team may choose to wait to give you the vaccine when you feel better.
Report any side effects to your care team or to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) website at https://vaers.hhs.gov. This is only for reporting side effects; VAERs staff do not give medical advice.