ActHIB Vaccine
ActHIB Vaccine is administered by a healthcare professional. It may cause redness, soreness, and swelling at the site of infusion. This usually goes away with time. It can be taken by patients irrespective of age.
ActHIB Vaccine
Basic Information
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
ActHIB Vaccine is a combination of vaccines used in the prevention of Tetanus and Haemophilus influenzae type B. It stimulates the immune system to act against microorganisms to prevent such infections.
ActHIB Vaccine is administered by a healthcare professional. It may cause redness, soreness, and swelling at the site of infusion. This usually goes away with time. It can be taken by patients irrespective of age.
ActHIB Vaccine is generally well tolerated by patients and is also safe in children, however, it has a few side effects such as swelling, pain, and fever. Before receiving the vaccine, to make sure it is safe for the child, let your doctor know if the child has any preexisting medical conditions.
03Uses
Prevention of Tetanus
Prevention of Influenza (flu)
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use.
05How It Works
ActHIB Vaccine is a combination of two vaccines. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body’s immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of ActHIB Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Prevention of Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. ActHIB Vaccine helps prevent tetanus infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Prevention of Influenza (flu)
Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system (nose, throat and lungs) and is often called the flu. ActHIB Vaccine protects against influenza virus and is generally effective within two weeks of administration. However this protection does not last lifelong and you need to take the vaccine every year. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. show moreshow less
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Loss of appetite
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Restlessness
Irritation
Fever
Sleepiness
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with ActHIB Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of ActHIB Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of ActHIB Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.ActHIB Vaccine is not for use in adults.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether ActHIB Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of ActHIB Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of ActHIB Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
ActHIB Vaccine is used for the immunization of infants and children 2 months through 5 years of age for the prevention of H influenzae type b infection.
If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
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