Which influenza vaccine is recommended for patients with an egg allergy?

The recommended influenza vaccine for patients with an egg allergy is either the inactivated influenza vaccine trivalent (IIV3) or the quadrivalent (IIV4). Both of these vaccines have been shown to be safe for individuals with egg allergies, including those who have had severe reactions to eggs.

The guidelines from health organizations indicate that patients with egg allergies can receive the inactivated vaccines, as they do not contain sufficient amounts of egg protein to pose a risk of an allergic reaction. This is important because the inactivated vaccines are prepared in a way that minimizes the risk to those with egg allergies.

On the other hand, the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV4) is not recommended for individuals with egg allergies due to the potential for containing higher levels of egg protein. The yellow fever vaccine (YF-VAX) is unrelated to influenza and has its own recommendations, often not concerning egg allergies. Therefore, IIV3 or IIV4 remains the standard safe choice for individuals with egg allergies when it comes to influenza vaccination.