Biovac A Vaccine
Biovac A Vaccine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. This vaccination is done in children at the age of 12 months through 18 years. Adults who have not been vaccinated previously and want to be protected against hepatitis A can also get the vaccine. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is through vaccination. To get the full benefit of the hepatitis A vaccine, more than one shot is needed. The number and timing of these shots depends on the type of vaccine you are given. Practicing good hand hygiene plays an important role in preventing the spread of hepatitis A.
Biovac A Vaccine
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Biovac A Vaccine protects against Hepatitis A, which is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). It spreads from person to person via contact with contaminated food or water. It is safe and effective and given as 2 shots, 6 months apart. Both shots are needed for long-term protection.
Biovac A Vaccine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. This vaccination is done in children at the age of 12 months through 18 years. Adults who have not been vaccinated previously and want to be protected against hepatitis A can also get the vaccine. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is through vaccination. To get the full benefit of the hepatitis A vaccine, more than one shot is needed. The number and timing of these shots depends on the type of vaccine you are given. Practicing good hand hygiene plays an important role in preventing the spread of hepatitis A.
The most common side effects include nausea, pain, abdominal pain, anaphylactic reaction, convulsion, fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, tenderness, and vomiting. They do not normally last very long. Sitting or lying down can sometimes help. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.
Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the hepatitis A vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.
03Uses
Prevention of Hepatitis A infection
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Biovac A Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Biovac A Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Prevention of Hepatitis A infection
Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis A virus. Biovac A Vaccine helps your body develop immunity by forming antibodies that your body needs for protection against hepatitis A virus. It is usually recommended for people who are at high risk of contracting hepatitis A. It is given by an injection into a muscle and should be administered at least 2 weeks prior to expected exposure.
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
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Vomiting
Tenderness
Erythema (skin redness)
Feeling of discomfort
Loss of appetite
Headache
Fever
Fatigue
Convulsion
Anaphylactic reaction
Abdominal pain
Sore throat
Pain
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biovac A Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac A Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac A Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Biovac A 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
Biovac A Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac A Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac A Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac A Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
It is a vaccine used to prevent hepatitis A infection.
Hepatitis A is a liver disease which spreads through food or water containing hepatitis A virus or by direct contact with an infected person.
It should be stored in the refrigerator at 2° to 8°C. Do not freeze.
Let your doctor know if you have a high fever, serious illness or a weakened immune system.
References
Sources and references
Havrix 1440 /720 : Inactivated Hepatitis A VaccineIP. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 1998 . view
Havrix . Rixensart, Belgium: GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals; 1995 . view
Havrix Junior Monodose Vaccine: Hepatitis A Vaccine . Rixensart, Belgium: GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals; 2015. view
Havrix Junior Monodose Vaccine: Hepatitis A Vaccine. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 1996 . view
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation . view
Havrix . Rixensart, Belgium: GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals; 1995 view
