Havrix 1440 (Adult01440EU/ml
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Indication
Active immunisation against Hepatitis A virus
Adult Dose
Intramuscular Active immunisation against hepatitis A Adult: 2-dose vaccination series: 1 mL IM; separate the 2 doses by 6-12 months
Child Dose
Intramuscular Active immunisation against hepatitis A Child: Indicated as routine vaccination for children at least 12 months of age (ACIP guidelines)... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Vaccines prepared in egg cultures are contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity reactions to egg. Severe immunodeficiency. Mal... View More
Mode of Action
Hepatitis A antigen is prepared from formaldehyde-inactivated hepatitis A virus grown in human diploid cells. It is used for active immunisation against... View More
Precaution
Alcohol or disinfectant used for cleaning the skin prior to inj should be allowed to evaporate completely before vaccination to prevent vaccine inactiva... View More
Side Effect
>10% Injection site tenderness (3-56%), erythema (1-22%), warmth (1-17%), swelling (9-11%),Irritability (11-36%),Anorexia (1-19%),Drowsiness (15-17%),H... View More
Interaction
Reduced response to vaccination when used concurrently with immunosuppressants such as corticosteroids or antineoplastics.
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More