Haemophil B PS Cnj-Hep B Vacc IM

Haemophil B PS Cnj-Hep B Vacc IM Uses

This medication is used in infants to help prevent infection from a certain bacteria (Haemophilus influenzae type b) and the hepatitis B virus. Haemophilus influenzae b bacteria can cause a serious, sometimes fatal brain infection (meningitis) and lung infection (pneumonia). Hepatitis B infection can cause serious problems including liver failure, persistent hepatitis B infection, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Protecting against these infections can prevent these problems.

This vaccine contains killed Haemophilus bacteria. The hepatitis B is a man-made piece of the virus. This vaccine does not contain live virus, so your infant cannot get either of these infections from the vaccine. This vaccine causes the body to make immune defensive substances (antibodies) that can protect you from these infections.

This vaccine is recommended for all infants 6 weeks to 15 months old who are born to mothers who do not have current hepatitis B infection.

This vaccine is not for use in adults.

How To Use Haemophil B PS Cnj-Hep B Vacc IM

This vaccine is usually given by injection into a muscle by a health care professional. This vaccine is a slightly milky, white suspension. Before giving this medication, inspect it visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Shake the vial well before giving the dose. Do not dilute. Use the full recommended dose of the vaccine. Discard any remaining vaccine left in single-dose vials.

A series of 3 injections is usually used when the infant is aged 2 months, 4 months, and 12 to 15 months. Your doctor will give you a vaccination schedule, which must be followed closely for best effectiveness. If your infant has an infection with fever at the time a vaccination is scheduled, your doctor may choose to delay the injection until he/she is better.

If your infant is exposed to hepatitis B at birth, a different vaccine and other treatments should be used. Consult your doctor for more information.

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