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About Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called 'immunizing agents' primarily used to prevent hepatitis B infection. Hepatitis B is a disease that occurs when the hepatitis B virus attacks the liver and causes infection. It can lead to liver cirrhosis (scarring), liver cancer, liver failure, and death.
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml contains ' Hepatitis B vaccine.' It works by exposing the body to a small dose of virus or its protein when injected. Thereby, it helps provide immunity or resistance against the hepatitis B virus. The viral vaccine can be inactivated/killed virus (inability to replicate) or attenuated/live (cannot cause the disease but can induce an immune response).
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml are headache, irritability, tiredness, drowsiness, nausea, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, fever, redness, tenderness and pain at the injection site. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines and yeast, multiple sclerosis (disease affecting the nervous system), kidney problems, long-term liver diseases, and HIV/AIDS. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml. Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml may make you feel weak or tired and drowsy; hence drive only when you are mentally alert. Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for children only when prescribed by the doctor.
Uses of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is used in the prevention of Hepatitis B infection. The detailed use of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is as follows:
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Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is an immunizing agent that contains hepatitis B vaccine.' It is used to prevent hepatitis B infection. It works by exposing the body to a small dose of virus (live, attenuated, inactivated or killed), thus providing immunity or resistance against the disease. Inactivated viral vaccines contain the whole virus, but they do not have the ability to replicate.
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Inform your doctor before taking the shot if you have a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines and yeast, multiple sclerosis, kidney problems, long-term liver diseases, bleeding disorders, and HIV/AIDS. Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml. It is also advised to consult your doctor before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother. Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml may make you feel drowsy or tired, hence drive with caution and only when you are completely alert. It is unknown if the action of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information. Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml should be used in children only when the doctor has advised. If you are travelling to virus prone areas and have an increased risk of hepatitis B infection, Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml should be taken as suggested by your doctor.
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It is unknown if the action of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Pregnancy
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Please consult your doctor before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
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Please consult your doctor before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother.
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Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml may cause tiredness and drowsiness. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
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Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe or long-term liver impairment/liver disease before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml.
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Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml.
Children
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Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml is recommended for children only after the doctor's advice.
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Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml should be administered with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems before receiving Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml.
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Limited information is available regarding the usage of Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml in elders, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml contains hepatitis B vaccine. When injected, Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml releases a small dose of virus or its protein into the body, further providing immunity against hepatitis B infection.
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml should be used with caution in the medical history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines and yeast, immune system disorders, multiple sclerosis, bleeding or blood clotting disorder, fainting, kidney problems, dialysis, long-term liver diseases, HIV/AIDS, and fits. Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical concerns before starting Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml.
If you have shown a severe allergic reaction after the first shot, you should not get the next shot since it may be life-threatening. Please consult your doctor for more information.
You can take other vaccines along with Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml if you do not have any allergic reactions. If you take other vaccines and Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml, they should be given by separate syringes and at different injection sites.
You may experience flu-like symptoms and fever after getting vaccinated with Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml. This is a common side effect that occurs after every vaccine. Your fever gradually decreases after 1-2 days. Your doctor may also suggest fever and pain medication if required. However, please reach out to your doctor if the fever persists after three days.
The hepatitis B vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against the hepatitis B virus (HBV), and also it provides long-term protection against the virus. On the other hand, hepatitis B immunoglobulin contains antibodies that act against HBV, and it is given when immediate protection against the virus is needed.
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml will be administered by a medical professional. Do not self-administer.
No, Hepatitis B is not curable but can be managed effectively with treatment and care.
Hepatitis B can be life-threatening if it leads to complications like liver failure, cirrhosis (scarring), or liver cancer, especially in chronic cases.
Hepatitis B is highly contagious and spreads through contact with infected blood, semen, or other bodily fluids. It can be transmitted through intimate contact, sharing contaminated needles or personal items like razors, and from an infected mother to her baby during birth.
Hevaxin HEV 239 PFS Injection 0.5 ml causes side effects such as fever, nausea, diarrhea, tiredness, loss of appetite, headache, irritability, drowsiness and redness/tenderness/pain in the injection site. If you experience any of these side effects that are difficult to manage, please consult your doctor.
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