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GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine

GlaxoSmithKline · Phase 3 active Biologic

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine is a Vaccine Biologic drug developed by GlaxoSmithKline. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Poliomyelitis prevention in infants and children.

IPV vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against inactivated poliovirus types 1, 2, and 3, providing protection against poliomyelitis.

IPV vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against inactivated poliovirus types 1, 2, and 3, providing protection against poliomyelitis. Used for Poliomyelitis prevention in infants and children.

At a glance

Generic nameGSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classVaccine
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) contains chemically inactivated (killed) poliovirus particles that trigger humoral and cellular immune responses without causing disease. The vaccine induces production of neutralizing antibodies against all three poliovirus serotypes, preventing infection and transmission of wild-type poliovirus.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine

What is GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine?

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine is a Vaccine drug developed by GlaxoSmithKline, indicated for Poliomyelitis prevention in infants and children.

How does GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine work?

IPV vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against inactivated poliovirus types 1, 2, and 3, providing protection against poliomyelitis.

What is GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine used for?

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine is indicated for Poliomyelitis prevention in infants and children.

Who makes GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine?

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine is developed by GlaxoSmithKline (see full GlaxoSmithKline pipeline at /company/gsk).

What drug class is GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine in?

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine belongs to the Vaccine class. See all Vaccine drugs at /class/vaccine.

What development phase is GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine in?

GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine?

Common side effects of GSK Biologicals' IPV vaccine include Injection site pain, redness, or swelling, Fever, Irritability or fussiness, Drowsiness.

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