Hexaxim Vaccine
Salt Composition
Diphtheria Immune Globulin (20IU) + Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine (12mcg) + Pertussis Toxoid (25mcg) + Tetanus Toxoid (40IU) + Poliomyelitis Virus Type 1 (40D Antigen Unit) + Poliomyelitis Virus Type 2 (8D Antigen Unit) + Poliomyelitis virus type 3 (32D Antigen Unit)
Key Information
Short Description
Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, hemophilus influenzae type B disease, pertussis, tetanus, polio, and hepatitis B infection.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines that help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
How it works
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines that help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
Quick Tips
If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this. You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness. If you experience nausea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.
