Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Information about Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Haemophilus type b conjugate vaccine uses
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine is used to prevent Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease.
How haemophilus type b conjugate vaccine works
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine 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.
Common side effects of haemophilus type b conjugate vaccine
Injection site swelling, Loss of appetite, Fever, Injection site pain, Irritability, Drowsiness, Restlessness
Available Medicine for Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Expert advice for Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
- If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
- You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
- If you experience diarrhea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.
Frequently asked questions for Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Q. Who should get Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine?
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine should be given to all children aged 6 weeks through 4 years. Individuals more than 5 years of age, usually do not need it, unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How is Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine stored?
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine is stored at a temperature between 2 to 8 degrees centigrade, away from direct sunlight, whether packed or reconstituted. However, after reconstitution, it needs to be administered within 24 hours. Any unused vaccine needs to be discarded if unused. It should not be freezed.
Q. How is Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine administered?
Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscularly) of the thigh or upper arm. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine.