BioHib Vaccine is an active immunizing agent. It is used to prevent infection caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) bacteria. The vaccine helps to protect the body against the disease.
BioHib Vaccine is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is important that the child receives all the doses of the vaccine in this series.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), diarrhea, loss of appetite, and vomiting. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.
Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
BioHib Vaccine is a vaccine which 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.
If you miss a dose of BioHib Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
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Q. Who should get BioHib Vaccine?
BioHib Vaccine should be given to all children aged 6 weeks through 4 years. Individuals more than 5 years of age, usually do not need it, unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How is BioHib Vaccine stored?
BioHib Vaccine is stored at a temperature between 2 to 8 degrees centigrade, away from direct sunlight, whether packed or reconstituted. However, after reconstitution, it needs to be administered within 24 hours. Any unused vaccine needs to be discarded if unused. It should not be freezed.
Q. How is BioHib Vaccine administered?
BioHib Vaccine should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscularly) of the thigh or upper arm. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from BioHib Vaccine.
In Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacteria responsible for severe pneumonia (lung infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain), and other diseases that are caused in children aged less than 5 years. It is transmitted through the respiratory tract from infected to those individuals who are at risk of getting the infection. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered.
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
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BioHib Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of BioHib Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of BioHib Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether BioHib Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BioHib Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of BioHib Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BioHib Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of BioHib Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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