Amvax B Im Injection 0.5Ml (1 Box = 10 Injections)
Rs. 266.94
Amvax B Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Used For
Vaccine
How it works
Infection with hepatitis B virus can have serious consequences including acute massive hepatic necrosis and chronic active hepatitis. Chronically infected persons are at increased risk for cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Antibody concentrations =10 mIU/mL against HBsAg are recognized as conferring protection against hepatitis B virus infection. 1 Seroconversion is defined as antibody titers =1 mIU/mL.
Amvax B Usage And Safety
Dosage
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Side Effects
Incidence 1% to 10% of Injections : Nervous System Disorders: Dizziness, headache. General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Fever (>37.5°C), injection site erythema, injection site induration, injection site swelling. Incidence <1% of Injections : Infections and Infestations: Upper respiratory tract illnesses. Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders: Lymphadenopathy. Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders: Anorexia. Psychiatric Disorders: Agitation, insomnia. Nervous System Disorders: Somnolence, tingling. Vascular Disorders: Flushing, hypotension. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Abdominal pain/cramps, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: Erythema, petechiae, pruritus, rash, sweating, urticaria. Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: Arthralgia, back pain, myalgia, pain/stiffness in arm, shoulder, or neck .
Drug Interactions
Do not mix this vaccine with any other vaccine or product in the same syringe or vial.
Indication
It is indicated for immunization against infection caused by all known subtypes of hepatitis B virus .
When not to Use
Severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) after a previous dose of any hepatitis B-containing vaccine, or to any component , including yeast, is a contraindication to administration of this vaccine.
Amvax B Precautions
Precaution
Hepatitis B has a long incubation period. It may not prevent hepatitis B infection in individuals who had an unrecognized hepatitis B infection at the time of vaccine administration. Additionally, it may not prevent infection in individuals who do not achieve protective antibody titers.
Amvax B Warnings
Warning 1
The tip caps of the prefilled syringes contain natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.
Warning 2
Syncope (fainting) can occur in association with administration of injectable vaccines . Syncope can be accompanied by transient neurological signs such as visual disturbance, paresthesia, and tonic-clonic limb movements. Procedures should be in place to avoid falling injury and to restore cerebral perfusion following syncope.
Warning 3
To avoid diagnostic confusion between manifestations of an acute illness and possible vaccine adverse effects, vaccination with this should be postponed in persons with moderate or severe acute febrile illness unless they are at immediate risk of hepatitis B infection (e.g., infants born of HBsAg-positive mothers).
Amvax B Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store in a refrigerator (2°C–8°C). Do not Freeze .
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