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A member asked:

Took mom to kroger to get a flu shot today. pharmacist asked if i wanted "regular" or "high dose." should have asked him, but what is the difference?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Older age: High dose is generally given to people over 65 years old. The pharmacist should have been able to figure out your mother's age!

Answered 11/11/2013

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