Dry tuberculosis vaccine (BCG-M) is a vaccine for the prevention of tuberculosis.
Main characteristics:
- Country of origin: Russia (manufacturers - GNIIEM, Medgamal, Microgen NPO, Research Institute of EM named after N.F. Gamaleya, etc.)
- Pharmacological group: vaccines
- International name: tuberculosis vaccine
- Synonyms: dry BCG vaccine
- Dosage forms:
- lyophilized powder for the preparation of injection solution (0.5 mg/20 doses)
- lyophilized powder for the preparation of injection solution (20 doses)
The BCG-M vaccine is a lyophilized (dried) powder, which is diluted with a solvent before use. It is used for vaccination of children and adults in order to create immunity against tuberculosis.