Description
Primary Uses
Indications
This vaccine provides immunization (protection) against Hepatitis B virus (known to cause inflammation of Liver).
Side Effects
Use of this vaccine may present with local soreness, erythema (redness) and pain at the injection site, low grade fever and malaise (discomfort), nausea and dizziness (loss of balance) are also the expected side effects.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.
Lactation
Please consult your doctor before getting this vaccine while lactating/breastfeeding.
Precautions
Caution is advised before taking this vaccine while being pregnant. Due to high excretion rate, Dialysed (kidney failure patients getting dialysis) and to bring about effect in immunocompromised (low immunity) patients, there may be a need to administer larger doses.
Contraindications
This vaccine is to be avoided in case of severe febrile illness (a rapid onset of fever with other symptoms like weakness, chills and muscle pain due to an unknown cause).
FAQS
What conditions should be brought to the doctor’s notice before taking the vaccine?
Patients with weak immune systems, suffering from another infectious disease, dialysis patients, cancerous patients, smokers and those obese and old should ensure to bring their conditions before the concerned doctor.
Is it advisable to continue with the vaccine if one faces a problem with their first dose?
Ensure to inform the concerned doctor about this episode and discuss an alternate time.
What is a booster dose?
A booster is a vaccine shot given a year after the completion of the entire course, this helps in extending the effectiveness of the vaccine.
How is the hepatitis B vaccine given?
It is given in the form of intramuscular injection.
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