Dry Natural Rubber ("Latex") Content of Flu Vaccines (2005-2006 Formula)


Product Manufacturer Dry Natural Rubber ("Latex") Content in Final Product Comments
Fluarix 0.5 mL prefilled syringe (Tip-Lok syringe) GlaxoSmithKline
1.888.825.5249
Yes The tip cap and the rubber plunger of the needleless prefilled syringes contain dry natural latex rubber that may cause allergic reactions in latex sensitive individuals.
Fluvirin 5 mL multi-dose vial Chiron
1.800.200.4278
No The rubber in the vial stopper is made of 100% synthetic bromobutyl rubber.
Fluvirin 0.5 mL prefilled syringe Chiron
1.800.200.4278
No The rubber component of the syringe stopper does not contain latex. May not be available this season.
Fluzone 5 mL vial Sanofi Pasteur
1.800.VACCINE
No All presentations of Fluzone vaccine are latex-free.
Fluzone 0.5 mL prefilled syringe (BD Luer-Lok syringe, needle not included) Sanofi Pasteur
1.800.VACCINE
No All presentations of Fluzone vaccine are latex-free.
Fluzone 0.25 mL prefilled syringe (BD Luer-Lok syringe, needle not included) Sanofi Pasteur
1.800.VACCINE
No All presentations of Fluzone vaccine are latex-free.
Fluzone 0.5 mL vial Sanofi Pasteur
1.800.VACCINE
No All presentations of Fluzone vaccine are latex-free.
FluMist (Live, Intranasal) MedImmune
1.877.FLUMIST
No Prefilled, single-use sprayer.


The above was compiled from information obtained from the manufacturers. While the information presented is accurate to the best of our knowledge, it should not be used or relied upon as a substitute for your independent research or professional advice. Always double check with the manufacturer.

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