What is Liquid PedvaxHIB?
Haemophilus influenzae type B is a bacterium that can cause severe illness. This includes meningitis. Hib is a serious infection that can cause death in children.The Haemophilus conjugate (PMP-OMP) vaccine helps prevent this disease among infants and young children aged 2 to 71 months.The vaccine is administered by exposing the child to a tiny amount of bacteria or a protein derived from bacteria. This causes the body to develop immunity against the disease. The vaccine does not work to treat an infection that is already present in the body, and it will not protect you against other types of influenza.The Haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is not to be used in children older than 71 months or younger than 6 weeks.The Haemophilus conjugate vaccine is not a vaccine that will protect everyone from the disease.
Side effects of Liquid PedvaxHIB
If your child shows any of the following signs of an allergy: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, and/or difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical attention.Keep track of all side effects that your child experiences after receiving the vaccine. You will need to inform the doctor of any side effects that occur after the first shot.
If your child is suffering from:
- High fever within a few hours to a few weeks after vaccination;
- A seizure;
- Frustration, irritability, and crying for at least an hour
Liquid pedvaxhib side effects may include:
- Irritability, crying;
- Drowsiness;
- Diarrhoea, vomiting;
- Rash;
- The injection site may be swollen or red.
- Cold symptoms like a stuffy nose and sneezing a sore throat
- Ear infection symptoms include fever, ear pain, or a full sensation; difficulty hearing; drainage in the ear; and fussiness.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Report the side effects of vaccines to the US Department of Health and Human Services by calling 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
Inform your doctor if your child has any other allergies or medical conditions.
Before you take this drug
If your child has had an allergic reaction before to the hemophilus-B or meningococcal vaccination, then this vaccine is not recommended.This vaccine may have to be delayed or even not given if your child suffers from any of the other conditions listed.
- The immune system is severely suppressed by diseases (such as cancer, hiv, or aids) or certain medications, such as chemotherapy, radiation, or steroids.
- A history of seizures
- Allergy to latex rubber
How to take Liquid PedvaxHIB?
This vaccine is administered by injection into a muscle. This injection will be given to your child in a clinic or doctor's office.This vaccine is administered in a series. The first dose is given to the child when he is two months old. A second dose is then administered two months later. If the two-dose treatment is given before the child reaches 12 months, then a booster shot will be required between 12 and 15 months.The vaccine is given only once to children who have not started the series before 15 months. You will not require a booster shot unless your doctor says otherwise.The schedule for your child may differ from the guidelines. You can follow your doctor's advice or the schedule set by the health department in the state where you live.If your doctor recommends that you treat fever and pain using an aspirin-free pain reliever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen (Tylenol, Advil, and others), during the injection and the following 24 hours, it is important to follow the label directions. You should follow the directions on the bottle or those of your doctor to determine how much liquid PedvaxHIB your child needs.Preventing fever in children with seizure disorders such as epilepsy is of particular importance.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are going to miss a booster or fall behind on your schedule, contact your doctor. The next dose should be administered as soon as you can. There is no need to start again.Ensure your child gets all the recommended doses. Your child may not be protected from disease if he or she does not get the entire series of vaccinations.
What happens if I overdose?
It is unlikely that this vaccine will cause an overdose.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
The hemophilus B vaccine may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor of all the other medications you take.
