Ixchiq is a vaccine used to help protect people aged 12 years and older against disease caused by the chikungunya virus. Chikungunya is a viral disease that mosquitoes can pass to humans. Ixchiq contains a strain of chikungunya virus that has been attenuated (weakened).
Therapeutic Indication
### Therapeutic indication Ixchiq is indicated for active immunisation for the prevention of disease caused by chikungunya virus (CHIKV) in individuals between 12 years older. The use of this vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.
Therapeutic Area (MeSH)
ATC Code
N/A
ATC Item
N/A
Pharmacotherapeutic Group
Vaccines
Active Substance (Summary)
INN / Common Names
| Substance | CAS | Monograph |
|---|---|---|
| Chikungunya virus, strain CHIKV LR2006-OPY1, live attenuated | N/A | Chikungunya virus vaccine |
EMA Name
Ixchiq
Medicine Name
Ixchiq
Aliases
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