Poliovirus Vaccine
Ipol is an inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) used to protect against poliomyelitis, a serious viral disease that can cause paralysis. It is administered by injection and is commonly used in routine childhood immunization schedules in many countries as part of the effort to eradicate polio worldwide.
Ipol is an inactivated polio vaccine that provides protection against all three types of poliovirus through injection.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 287617
- Generic
- Ipol
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Ipol is indicated for active immunization against poliomyelitis in infants, children, and adults. It is used in routine vaccination programs and may be given as part of combination vaccines or as a booster for travelers to areas where polio remains endemic.
Ipol contains inactivated (killed) poliovirus strains of all three serotypes. When administered, the vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce protective antibodies against the virus without causing the disease itself.
Ipol is generally well-tolerated but may cause mild side effects such as soreness at the injection site or low-grade fever. It is contraindicated in individuals with severe allergic reactions to any vaccine component. Unlike oral polio vaccine, IPV does not carry the risk of vaccine-associated paralytic polio.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy