VACCINE HAEMOPH. INFLUENZAE type b, monod. vial+syr. diluent
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VACCINE HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE type b
Therapeutic Action
Polysaccharide conjugate vaccine, in a liquid form.
Indications
Prevention of invasive disease caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b bacteria (pneumonia, meningitis...).
Instructions for use
Reconstitute the powder vial with the diluent supplied by the manufacturer.
Before administration, shake the vial of reconstituted solution to obtain a white, opaque, homogeneous suspension. Do not administer if particles remain after shaking or if discolouration is observed.
Must be given by intramuscular route in the anterolateral area of the thigh in infants or in the deltoid region in children or adults.
Precautions for Use
As with all injectable vaccines and/or immunoglobulins, appropriate medical treatment should always be readily available in case of rare anaphylactic reactions following the administration of the product.
Storage
- Keep refrigerated between 2ºC and 8ºC.
- Do not freeze.