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INACTIVATED HEPATITIS A

Inactivated Hepatitis A is an active immunisation agent that fights against hepatitis A infection. It is manufactured by growing formaldehyde-inactivated hepatitis A virus in human diploid cells.

It produces more antibodies and improves immunity in patients with long-term liver disease.

Uses

Inactivated Hepatitis A is used in active immunization against hepatitis A.

Warnings

Do not give this drug to people with the following conditions:

  • Hypersensitivity
  • Severe immunodeficiency
  • Malignant disease being treated with chemotherapy or radiotherapy and for at least 6 months after stopping treatment
  • Those with compromised immune system such as those on high-dose systemic corticosteroids, immunosuppressants or are HIV positive

Side Effects

Inactivated Hepatitis A may have the following side effects:

Precautions

Precaution

There is no data regarding precautions with Inactivated Hepatitis A.

 

Interactions

Inactivated Hepatitis A may interact with the following medicines:

Overdose & Brands

If you think you have used Inactivated Hepatitis A more than the usual dosage, please seek medical help immediately.

 

Available Brands:

  • Mevac-A
  • Avaxim 80/Avaxim 160
  • Havrix 1440 Adult/Havrix 720 Junior

 

 

 

 

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