Typhim Vi
Typhim Vi is a vaccine used to protect against typhoid fever, caused by the Salmonella typhi bacterium.
Form
injektioneste, liuos, esitäytetty ruisku
Strength
25 mikrog / 0.5 ml
Active Ingredient
Salmonella typhi (Ty2) bacteria, Vi polysaccharide
Manufacturer
Sanofi Winthrop Industrie
How to Use
Dosage
For adults and children aged 2 years and older: one 0.5 ml dose.
Method
The vaccine is given as an injection into a muscle or deep under the skin.
Important
This is a single dose. If necessary, a booster vaccination is recommended at least every three years.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Pain, redness, swelling, or hardening at the injection site.
- •Headache.
- •Muscle pain.
- •General feeling of being unwell (malaise).
- •Tiredness or unusual weakness.
- •Fever.
RARE
- •Itching at the injection site.
- •Joint pain, rash, swollen lymph nodes, and general feeling of illness (serum sickness).
- •Fainting (due to injection).
- •Cough, wheezing, or difficulty breathing (asthma).
- •Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach ache.
- •Skin rash, sometimes with swelling or itching (hives).
Important Warnings
- Do not use this vaccine if you are allergic to its active substance or any other ingredient.
- Vaccination should be postponed if you have a high fever or an acute infection.
- Tell your doctor if you are allergic to formaldehyde or casein, which are used in vaccine production and may be present in very small amounts in the vaccine.
- Discuss with your doctor if you have immune system problems or are taking medicines that weaken your immune system.
- Tell your doctor if you have a bleeding disorder or low platelet count, as bleeding may occur at the injection site.
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- If you have fainted during an injection before, tell the nurse or doctor.