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Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine

Sanofi India Ltd
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Composition FOR Avaxim 80IU Injection

Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine(80IU)

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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Avaxim 80IU Injection

Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine(80IU)

Avaxim injection uses

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How avaxim injection works

Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine is an attenuated hepatitis A vaccine (made from a weakened virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.

Common side effects of avaxim injection

Nausea, Pain, Abdominal pain, Headache, Loss of appetite, Erythema (skin redness), Tenderness, Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Avaxim Injection

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Expert advice FOR Avaxim Injection

  • It is a vaccine used to prevent hepatitis A infection.
  • Hepatitis A is a liver infection 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Avaxim 80IU Injection

Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine

Q. What is hepatitis A?
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. Although rare, hepatitis A can cause death in some people. Consult your doctor immediately if you think you have symptoms of hepatitis A infection.
Q. How safe is Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine?
Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine is safe and well tolerated. The vaccines have undergone years of testing before being licensed by the health authorities and remain under continuous monitoring for safety. Side effects with Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine are mild to moderate in intensity and commonly include pain, swelling and redness at the injection site and headache.
Q. When should Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine be given?
Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine is administered as a single dose subcutaneously over the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. No booster dose is required. Before injection, dissolve the vaccine powder in 0.5 ml of sterile water, and ensure the solution is free from particulates or discoloration. Cleanse the injection site with a suitable germicide, and avoid intravenous administration by aspirating to check that the needle hasn't entered a blood vessel.
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Q. I think I have been exposed to hepatitis A. What should I do?
If you think you have been exposed to hepatitis A, consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor will decide what is best for you, based on your age and overall health. If you were recently exposed to hepatitis A virus and have not been vaccinated against hepatitis A, you might benefit from an injection of either hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin. However, the vaccine or immune globulin are only effective if given within the first 2 weeks after exposure.
Q. Is Hepatitis A infection fatal or life-threatening?
Hepatitis A infection usually does not cause liver disease. However, in some cases, it may lead to acute liver failure which can be life-threatening.
Q. Is hepatitis A curable?
No, there's currently no cure for hepatitis A, but it normally gets better on its own within a couple of months. However, it is better to consult a doctor if you think you are exposed to hepatitis A virus to rule out any other serious conditions that have similar symptoms.
Q. Is Hepatitis A infection contagious?
Yes, hepatitis A virus infection is contagious.
Q. What is Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)?
Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) refers to trying to prevent or treat a disease after an exposure. For hepatitis A, postexposure prophylaxis is an injection of either hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin. However, the vaccine or immune globulin are only effective in preventing hepatitis A if given within the first 2 weeks after exposure.
Q. I had hepatitis A in the past, can I get it again?
No. Once you recover from hepatitis A, you develop antibodies that protect you from the virus for life. An antibody is a substance found in the blood which is produced by the body in response to a virus. Antibodies protect the body from disease by attaching to the virus and destroying it.
Q. How long does hepatitis A virus survive outside the body?
The hepatitis A virus can survive for months outside the body. However, the virus can get destroyed at high temperatures, such as boiling or cooking food/liquids for at least 1 minute at 185°F (85°C), although freezing temperatures do not have any effect on it.
Q. Does Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine cause fever?
Yes, mild fever may occur after administering Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine. Contact your doctor if your fever worsens or does not go away.
Q. Is Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine necessary?
Although not mandatory, Avaxim 80U Pediatric Vaccine is recommended if you're travelling to countries where there are poor levels of sanitation and hygiene, and cases of hepatitis A are common.

Content on this page was last updated on 16 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)