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Twinrix Paediatric Injection 1s

Twinrix Paediatric Injection 1s

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Prefilled syringe of 1 ml

762.3

762.3 / ml
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Prevention of Hepatitis A infection / Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

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How to use
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What if I forget to take it?
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Benefits

Prevention of Hepatitis A infection / Prevention of Hepatitis B infectionPrevention of Hepatitis A infection / Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

In Prevention of Hepatitis A infection Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis A virus. Twinrix Paediatric Injection helps your body develop immunity by forming antibodies that your body needs for protection against the hepatitis A virus. It is given by an injection into a muscle only by a doctor or nurse. In Prevention of Hepatitis B infection Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It can spread from person to person through blood, semen or other body fluids. It can cause mild illness lasting a few weeks or can lead to a serious, lifelong illness. Twinrix Paediatric Injection is given to prevent hepatitis B infection. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.In Prevention of Hepatitis A infection Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis A virus. Twinrix Paediatric Injection helps your body develop immunity by forming antibodies that your body needs for protection against the hepatitis A virus. It is given by an injection into a muscle only by a doctor or nurse. In Prevention of Hepatitis B infection Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It can spread from person to person through blood, semen or other body fluids. It can cause mild illness lasting a few weeks or can lead to a serious, lifelong illness. Twinrix Paediatric Injection is given to prevent hepatitis B infection. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

Side Effects

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.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.

How to use

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

How it works

Twinrix Paediatric Injection is a combination of two medicines: Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine and Hepatitis B Vaccine (r DNA) which prevent Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. 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.Twinrix Paediatric Injection is a combination of two medicines: Freeze-dried Live Attenuated Hepatitis A Vaccine and Hepatitis B Vaccine (r DNA) which prevent Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. 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 Twinrix Paediatric Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Twinrix Paediatric Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric 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.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric 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.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Twinrix Paediatric Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Twinrix Paediatric Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Twinrix Paediatric Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Twinrix Paediatric Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Twinrix Paediatric Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Twinrix Paediatric Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Twinrix Paediatric Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

What if I forget to take it?

If a dose of Twinrix Paediatric Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.If a dose of Twinrix Paediatric Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Manufacturer Address

Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030

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References

  • Twinrix (15 Jul. 2019)

  • Twinrix Adult Vaccine: Hepatitis A Vaccine and Hepatitis B Vaccine. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 1996 (15 Jul. 2019)

  • Twinrix Paediatric (15 Jul. 2019)

  • Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B (Recombinant) Vaccine (19 Oct. 2023)

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