Hexaxim Vaccine
Hexaxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 6 weeks. It is usually given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks followed by a booster dose in the second year of life. If the child does get all the doses, he/she will not be fully protected against the virus. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.
Hexaxim Vaccine
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, haemophilus influenzae type b disease, pertussis, tetanus, and polio. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.
Hexaxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 6 weeks. It is usually given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks followed by a booster dose in the second year of life. If the child does get all the doses, he/she will not be fully protected against the virus. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.
The most common side effects of this vaccine include injection site reactions (such as pain, tenderness, swelling, and redness), fever, irritability, restlessness, and vomiting. However, these are usually mild and resolve with time. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.
03Uses
Diphtheria
Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Pertussis
Tetanus
Polio
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines. They help 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.
06Benefits
In Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person’s nose and throat. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Pertussis
Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine and helps prevent tetanus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended but it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Polio
Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. It can spread from person to person and can infect the brain and spinal cord causing paralysis (unable to move body parts). Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against polio virus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the virus. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.show moreshow less
07Side 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
Vomiting
Restlessness
Fever
Irritability
Injection site redness
Injection site swelling
Injection site tenderness
Injection site pain
08Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hexaxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Not applicable. This vaccine is not intended for administration to women of child-bearing age.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hexaxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.Not relevant, as Hexaxim Vaccine is intended for use in infants.
Kidney:CAUTION
Hexaxim Vaccine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hexaxim Vaccine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hexaxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
References
Sources and references
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis , hepatitis B , poliomyelitisand Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine . Summary of Product and Characteristics. Etoile, France: Sanofi Pasteur. . view
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