There are two types of polio vaccine:
Inactivated Poliovirus (IPV)
IPV is a shot given in the leg or the arm, depending on age. IPV is the vaccine recommended in the United States today.
Oral Poliovirus (OPV)
OPV is a live oral vaccine that is swallowed.
Learn when you should get a polio vaccination.
State-Supplied Vaccine
Vaccine Information Statements
External Resources
- Vaccines and Immunizations (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
- Find a local health department