Act-Hib
The Act-HIB vaccine protects babies and children from severe infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b bacteria, such as meningitis.
Form
injektiokuiva-aine ja liuotin, liuosta varten
Strength
10 mikrog / 0.5 ml
Active Ingredient
Haemophilus influenzae B polysaccharide,tetanus toxoid conjugate
Manufacturer
Sanofi Winthrop Industrie
How to Use
Dosage
The dosage varies based on the child's age; infants under 6 months receive 3 doses plus a booster, those 6–12 months receive 2 doses plus a booster, and children aged 1–5 years receive one dose. Discuss with your doctor or nurse for the correct schedule.
Method
The vaccine is usually given as an injection into a muscle, often in the thigh for babies and the upper arm for older children. It can also be given under the skin.
Important
This is a vaccine given as a single dose at each visit, as part of a vaccination series.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Pain, redness, swelling, hardening, or inflammation at the injection site
- •Fever
- •Irritability
- •Unusual crying
- •Vomiting
RARE
- •High fever (above 39°C/102.2°F)
- •Large reaction at the injection site (over 50 mm)
- •Allergic reactions (such as hives, itching, rash, swelling of the face, throat, or limbs)
- •Convulsions (seizures) with or without fever
- •Temporary blue or red discoloration of the skin after vaccination
- •Pauses in breathing (especially in premature babies)
Important Warnings
- Do not give this vaccine if your child is allergic to the active ingredients (Haemophilus influenzae type b polysaccharide, tetanus protein) or any other part of the vaccine, like formaldehyde. Also, tell your doctor if your child has a latex allergy, as the syringe tip protector may contain latex.
- Do not give if your child has had a severe reaction to a previous Act-HIB vaccine or a similar vaccine.
- If your child has a fever or is very sick, the vaccination should be delayed until they are better.
- Act-HIB only protects against infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b. It does not protect against other types of bacteria or other causes of meningitis. Also, the tetanus part of this vaccine does not replace your child's regular tetanus shots.
- Tell your doctor if your child has a weakened immune system or problems with bleeding. These conditions might affect how the vaccine works or increase the risk of bleeding from the injection.
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- Some people might faint before or after an injection. Tell your doctor if you or your child have fainted from injections before.
- If your baby was born very early (premature), they might have longer pauses in breathing for a few days after the vaccine. Doctors will monitor them closely.