Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition : Vi Capsular Polysaccharide Of Salmonella Typhi(25mcg)
Biovac 25mcg Injection is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is generally given at least 2 weeks prior to expected exposure.Some common side effects of this medicine include tenderness, pain, induration, erythema, muscle pain, headache, nausea, diarrhea, and fever. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the bacteria. This vaccine is generally recommended for individuals who are traveling to areas where typhoid fever is common. However, while traveling, it is important that you avoid contaminated food or water.
The role of the Vi antigen, the capsular polysaccharide of Salmonella typhi, in the pathogenesis of and immunity to typhoid fever remains the subject of controversy. Vi-positive S. typhi resist phagocytosis and the action of serum complement, both of which actions are initiated by antibodies to Vi antigen.
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 Biovac
Fever
Headache
Muscle pain
Injection site redness
Fatigue
General discomfort
Injection site swelling
Serve side effects of Biovac
Gastrointestinal disorder
Injection site induration (hardening of a normally soft tissue or organ)
Swelling of lymph nodes
Flu-like symptoms
Hypersensitivity
Joint pain
Cervical pain
Fainting
Tremors
Asthma
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vi Capsular Polysaccharide Of Salmonella Typhi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Drug Allergy
Biovac 25mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biovac 25mcg Injection.
Information regarding the use of Biovac 25mcg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Vi Capsular Polysaccharide Of Salmonella Typhi is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Biovac Injection may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Biovac Injection may interact with the following drugs and products:
Abatacept
Adalimumab
Adriamycin
Brentuximab
Doxorubicin
Paclitaxel protein-bound
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of Biovac 25mcg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Biovac 25mcg Injection helps prevent typhoid.
It should be given at least 2 weeks before protection against typhoid fever is required.
Take it in addition to strict food, water and personal hygiene measures to avoid the disease.
It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm or leg.
It is not recommended for use in infants and children under two years of age.
Protection lasts for around 3 years. Booster injection is required every 3 years to provide continued immunity.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What Biovac 25mcg Injection is used for?
Biovac 25mcg Injection is a vaccine used to help prevent typhoid fever, which is caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi. The organism which causes typhoid fever can be passed on through contaminated food or water. If you are in an area where there is a risk of getting typhoid fever, in addition to getting vaccinated with Biovac 25mcg Injection, it is also very important to be careful with your personal, food and water hygiene. Hygiene will also help avoid illness caused by other bacteria in the water.
Q. How does Biovac 25mcg Injection work?
Biovac 25mcg Injection works by causing your body to produce its own protection against typhoid fever. It does this by making substances, called antibodies, which destroy the Salmonella typhi organism. If you have been vaccinated against Salmonella typhi, your body is able to attack that organism if you come in contact with it.
Q. How is Biovac 25mcg Injection given?
Biovac 25mcg Injection is given as an injection, usually into your upper arm muscle, by a doctor or nurse. For children, the muscle of the upper thigh may be preferred. Biovac 25mcg Injection should not be injected directly into a vein, or any blood vessel.
Q. Is Biovac 25mcg Injection effective?
Usually it takes several weeks after vaccination to fully develop antibodies against typhoid fever. Most people will make enough antibodies against Salmonella typhi. However, as with all vaccines, 100% protection cannot be guaranteed.
Q. Can Biovac 25mcg Injection cause typhoid fever?
No. Biovac 25mcg Injection will not cause typhoid fever. It just helps your body in producing antibodies against it, so that your body can fight the infection if you are exposed to it in future.
Q. What is the dose of Biovac 25mcg Injection?
You must have one dose at least 2 weeks before you may be exposed to typhoid fever. If you are continually or repeatedly exposed to the Salmonella typhi organism, a booster dose is recommended every 2 to 3 years.
