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Medicine Details

HAVpur Junior Vaccine

Manufacturer: Panacea Biotec Ltd

Salt Composition: Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine (NA)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Prevention of Hepatitis A infection Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis A virus. HAVpur Junior Vaccine helps your body develop immunity by forming antibodies that your body needs for protection against hepatitis A virus. It is usually recommended for people who are at high risk of contracting hepatitis A. It is given by an injection into a muscle and should be administered at least 2 weeks prior to expected exposure.

Benefits: Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description: HAVpur Junior Vaccine protects against Hepatitis A, which is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). It spreads from person to person via contact with contaminated food or water. It is safe and effective and given as 2 shots, 6 months apart. Both shots are needed for long-term protection. HAVpur Junior Vaccine 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. The most common side effects include nausea, pain, abdominal pain, anaphylactic reaction, convulsion, fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, tenderness, and vomiting. They do not normally last very long. Sitting or lying down can sometimes help. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you. 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.

How to Use: HAVpur Junior 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.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with HAVpur Junior Vaccine. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - HAVpur Junior Vaccine 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. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - HAVpur Junior Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether HAVpur Junior Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - HAVpur Junior Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of HAVpur Junior Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - HAVpur Junior Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of HAVpur Junior Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of HAVpur Junior Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

Packaging: prefilled syringe of 1 ml Injection

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Prevention of Hepatitis A infection

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liver Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED