Foundations in Pharmacology PHRM2005 - Vaccines - Part B

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to vaccines and immunology.

Adjuvant

A substance added to a vaccine to enhance the body's immune response.

Herd Immunity

Reduced transmission of infection when a sufficient proportion of a population is immunized.

Passive Immunity

Immediate protection against infections achieved through the administration of antibodies from a donor.

Monoclonal Antibody Therapy

A technique producing antibodies that are specific to a single epitope, generated through hybridoma technology.

Homologous Sera Therapy

A treatment using donor antibodies from humans, resulting in fewer side effects and longer-lasting effects.

Heterologous Sera Therapy

A treatment using antibodies raised in animals, historically used to treat infections like diphtheria.

Vaccination

The administration of a vaccine to stimulate an individual's immune response against a pathogen.

Anaphylaxis

A severe allergic reaction that can occur following vaccination, requiring immediate medical attention.

Vaccination Schedule

A government-funded program outlining the timing of vaccinations administered to children and adults.

Adverse Reaction

Any undesirable experience occurring after vaccination, which can be local, systemic, or severe such as anaphylaxis.