Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV)

The Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) is a shot that helps protect people from polio, a disease that can cause paralysis. It uses inactivated (killed) virus particles to stimulate the immune system without causing illness. When vaccinated, your body learns to recognize and fight the poliovirus if exposed in the future. IPV is safe and effective, and it is commonly used worldwide to prevent polio transmission. Because it doesn’t contain live virus, it cannot cause the disease, making it a safe choice for immunization.