Hexaxim Vaccine Injection 1s

Diphtheria / Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease / Pertussis / Tetanus / Polio / Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

In Diphtheria Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person's nose and throat. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Pertussis Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Tetanus Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine and helps prevent tetanus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended but it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Polio Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. It can spread from person to person and can infect the brain and spinal cord causing paralysis (unable to move body parts). Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against polio virus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the virus. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Prevention of Hepatitis B infection Hexaxim Vaccine is given to protect against infection by the hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by a virus. It can be spread from a mother to her newborn baby. Hepatitis B can be serious, but it does not always cause obvious symptoms. Hexaxim Vaccine is given by an injection into a muscle as soon as possible after exposure to risk and will help prevent infection. This medicine does not work if you already have hepatitis B.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Injection site tenderness, Injection site swelling, Injection site redness, Irritability, Fever, Restlessness, Vomiting']

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

Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines. They help 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.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Hexaxim Vaccine . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised. Not applicable. This vaccine is not intended for administration to women of child-bearing age.

Driving

Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Hexaxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Not relevant, as Hexaxim Vaccine is intended for use in infants.

Kidney

Caution Advised: Hexaxim Vaccine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hexaxim Vaccine may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Hexaxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8�C). Do not freeze.

If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this. You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness. If you experience nausea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.

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