Hib Pro 10mcg Injection
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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.
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection
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Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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.
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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.
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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.
03Uses
Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
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.
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
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hib Pro 10mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hib Pro 10mcg Injection 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
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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