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SII Hibpro Injection

Salt Composition: HAEMOPHILUS TYPE B CONJUGATE VACCINE

₹320.00₹412.50

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Categories: Infectious Disease

Conditions: Injections & Vaccine

Product Introduction

SII Hibpro Injection contains haemophilus type B vaccine. It is a conjugated vaccine indicated to prevent disease caused by haemophilus influenzae type B in infants and children below 5 years of age.

Haemophilus influenzae type B can cause serious infections including diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis, and other invasive diseases.

Dosing and booster doses depend on the child's age. Inform your doctor of your complete medical history to ensure appropriate treatment planning.

Patients allergic to vaccines or any ingredients in this injection should inform their doctor before administration. Patients who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding should discuss use of this vaccine with their doctor.

Uses

Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis Hepatitis B Poliomyelitis Meningitis (serious diseases)

How it works

Sii hibpro injection acts by causing the immune system to produce its own antibodies against the bacteria and viruses that cause various infections.

How to Use

This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Sii hibpro injection will be given to you by your doctor. It is given subcutaneous injection, either as a single injection or as a continuous infusion (a drip). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Loss of appetite (anorexia) Crying Sleepiness (somnolence) Vomiting Fever Irritability Pain, redness, or swelling Abnormal crying (Infant) Diarrhea

Expert Tips

It is recommended to inform your doctor if you have a brain, blood, respiratory, or kidney disorder before using the medicine. Consult your doctor if you have a fever before taking the medicine. inform your healthcare provider immediately if you have difficult in breathing, blueness of the tongue or lips, rashes, swelling of the face or throat, sudden and serious malaise with decrease in blood pressure.

References

  1. Sanofi Pasteur SA, US Food and Drug administration, [Revised on march 2022], [Accessed on Oct 2023], https://www.fda.gov/media/74395/download#:~:text=ActHIB%C2%AE%20is%20a%20vaccine,through%205%20years%20of%20age .
  2. Roberto Tinoco and James E. Crowe, Jr., Immunoglobulins and Vaccines, Goodman & Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 13th Edition, 2018, 655-672.

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: Consult your doctor Consult your healthcare provider if you plan to get pregnant. However, the medication has not been given to expectant mothers, and it should only be used when the projected advantages outweigh any possible hazards to the fetus.

Lungs: Consult your doctor Inform your physician about any underlying lung disorders before taking the sii hibpro injection, as this medication should be used cautiously in lung disease patients.

Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether sii hibpro injection is excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor for more information.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS