Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine(160IU)
Avaxim 160IU Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. This vaccination is done in children at the age of 12 months through 18 years. Adults who have not been vaccinated previously and want to be protected against hepatitis A can also get the vaccine. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is through vaccination. To get the full benefit of the hepatitis A vaccine, more than one shot is needed. The number and timing of these shots depends on the type of vaccine you are given. Practicing good hand hygiene plays an important role in preventing the spread of hepatitis A. Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the hepatitis A vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.
Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.
Hepatitis A vaccine stimulates the immune-mediated production of anti-Hepatitis A antibodies, allowing for protection against Hepatitis A infection via the production of specific antibodies against the virus and other immune cells that prevent infection with Hepatitis A virus.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Avaxim
Nausea
Pain
Sore throat
Abdominal pain
Anaphylactic reaction
Convulsion
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Loss of appetite
Feeling of discomfort
Erythema (skin redness)
Tenderness
Vomiting
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Has had an allergic reaction after a previous dose or any component of the hepatitis A vaccine.
Has had an allergic reaction to. Neomycin. Yeast (contraindication for Twinrix)
Avaxim 160IU Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Avaxim 160IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Avaxim 160IU Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.
Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead virus). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by viruses present in the vaccine.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of Avaxim 160IU Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is a vaccine used to prevent hepatitis A infection.
Hepatitis A is a liver disease which spreads through food or water containing hepatitis A virus or by direct contact with an infected person.
It should be stored in the refrigerator at 2° to 8°C. Do not freeze.
Let your doctor know if you have a high fever, serious illness or a weakened immune system.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is hepatitis A?
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. Although rare, hepatitis A can cause death in some people. Consult your doctor immediately if you think you have symptoms of hepatitis A infection.
Q. How safe is Avaxim 160IU Injection?
Avaxim 160IU Injection is safe and well tolerated. The vaccines have undergone years of testing before being licensed by the health authorities and remain under continuous monitoring for safety. Side effects with Avaxim 160IU Injection are mild to moderate in intensity and commonly include pain, swelling and redness at the injection site and headache.
Q. When should Avaxim 160IU Injection be given?
Avaxim 160IU Injection is usually given as a single initial injection. After that a second dose is given 6 to 12 months later. Two doses can help you protect yourself from getting an infection for at least 20 years. Persons who are travelling should preferably take the initial dose of the medicine at least 2 weeks before leaving, although it can be given up to the day of your departure, if needed. However, it would be best to consult your doctor regarding the use of medicine.
Q. I think I have been exposed to hepatitis A. What should I do?
If you think you have been exposed to hepatitis A, consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor will decide what is best for you, based on your age and overall health. If you were recently exposed to hepatitis A virus and have not been vaccinated against hepatitis A, you might benefit from an injection of either hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin. However, the vaccine or immune globulin are only effective if given within the first 2 weeks after exposure.
