Haemophilus influenzae type b Conjugate Vaccine
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Available forms: Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Diphtheria CRM197 Protein) Solution for injection Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Meningococcal Protein Conjugate) Solution for injection Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Tetanus Toxoid Conjugate) Solution for injection
What is this medicine?
HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B CONJUGATE VACCINE is used to prevent infections of a Haemophilus bacteria.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•bleeding disorder
•immune system problems
•infection with fever
•low levels of platelets in the blood
•an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, diphtheria toxoid, latex, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor for regular check-ups as directed.
This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•extreme changes in behavior
•fever over 100 degrees F
•pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
•seizures
•unusually weak or tired
•aches or pains
•bruising, pain, swelling at site where injected
•diarrhea
•headache
•loss of appetite
•low-grade fever of 100 degrees F or less
•nausea, vomiting
•sleepy This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•adalimumab
•anakinra
•infliximab
•medicines that suppress your immune system
•medicines that treat or prevent blood clots like warfarin, enoxaparin, and dalteparin
•medicines to treat cancer
How should I use this medicine?
This vaccine is for injection into a muscle. It is given by a health care professional.
A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 months old for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
Keep appointments for follow-up (booster) doses as directed. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your doctor or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
What is this medicine?
HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B CONJUGATE VACCINE is used to prevent infections of a Haemophilus bacteria.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•bleeding disorder
•immune system problems
•infection with fever
•low levels of platelets in the blood
•an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, diphtheria toxoid, latex, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor for regular check-ups as directed.
This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•extreme changes in behavior
•fever over 100 degrees F
•pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
•seizures
•unusually weak or tired
•aches or pains
•bruising, pain, swelling at site where injected
•diarrhea
•headache
•loss of appetite
•low-grade fever of 100 degrees F or less
•nausea, vomiting
•sleepy This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•adalimumab
•anakinra
•infliximab
•medicines that suppress your immune system
•medicines that treat or prevent blood clots like warfarin, enoxaparin, and dalteparin
•medicines to treat cancer
How should I use this medicine?
This vaccine is for injection into a muscle. It is given by a health care professional.
A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 months old for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
Keep appointments for follow-up (booster) doses as directed. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your doctor or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
What is this medicine?
HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B CONJUGATE VACCINE is used to prevent infections of a Haemophilus bacteria.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•bleeding disorder
•immune system problems
•infection with fever
•low levels of platelets in the blood
•an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, diphtheria toxoid, latex, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor for regular check-ups as directed.
This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•extreme changes in behavior
•fever over 100 degrees F
•pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
•seizures
•unusually weak or tired
•aches or pains
•bruising, pain, swelling at site where injected
•diarrhea
•headache
•loss of appetite
•low-grade fever of 100 degrees F or less
•nausea, vomiting
•sleepy This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•adalimumab
•anakinra
•infliximab
•medicines that suppress your immune system
•medicines that treat or prevent blood clots like warfarin, enoxaparin, and dalteparin
•medicines to treat cancer
How should I use this medicine?
This vaccine is for injection into a muscle. It is given by a health care professional.
A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 months old for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
Keep appointments for follow-up (booster) doses as directed. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your doctor or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
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Note: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have question about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
