Biovac A Injection 1ml
1ml Vaccine in Dry VialMRP ₹2109.75
₹1476.82
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DR REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Inactivated Hapatitis A Vaccine |
| Uses | Active immunization against infection caused by hepatitis A virus |
| Therapy | Vaccine |
| Side effects | General weakness, headache, vomiting, mild fever |
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Medical Description
Biovac A injection helps to protect against hepatitis A infection. This vaccine contains inactivated and adsorbed Hepatitis A strain as the active ingredient.
Hepatitis A infection is caused by a virus that attacks the liver. Consuming contaminated food or drink can cause infection. Jaundice, and feeling unwell are the symptoms of infection.
Vaccines are used to protect you against infectious diseases. It activates the immune system to produce antibodies to fight the infection. This vaccine contains an inactivated form of hepatitis A and cannot cause the infection against which it protects you.
On injecting this vaccine body’s natural defence system produces protection against hepatitis A infection. It will not protect you against other viruses that attack the liver (such as hepatitis B, C, or E viruses). Inform your doctor if you have any health problems or are allergic to any medicine.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to the active ingredient or any ingredients of Biovac A injection.
- If you are allergic to neomycin, an antibiotic used during vaccine production.
- If you have a fever inform your doctor, and the vaccination may be delayed until you have recovered.
- If you have liver disease.
- If you have a weakened immune system due to corticosteroids, radiotherapy or HIV infection that weakens your immune system.
- If you have haemophilia or any other condition where you bruise or bleed more easily.
Side effects
- Mild pain at the injection site
- Vomiting
- General weakness
- Mild fever
- Headache
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver disease.
- You have an HIV infection or a weakened immune system due to corticosteroids, and radiotherapy.
- You bruise or bleed more easily like in hemophilia or other conditions.
- Vaccination may not work properly if you already have the hepatitis A infection when you are given Biovac A injection.
- Biovac A injection cannot cause hepatitis A infection as it protects against it.
- It does not protect the liver from the attack of other viruses.
Directions for Use
- Biovac A injection will be given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital/clinic.
- Do not self-inject, follow any aftercare instructions given by doctor/nurse.
Storage and disposal
- Store Biovac A injection is kept refrigerated between 2°C – 8°C. Do not freeze.
- Store in the original package and protect from light.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not dispose of vaccines via wastewater or household waste.
Quick Tips
- Biovac A injection is used for active immunization (producing antibodies) against hepatitis A infection. It contains an inactivated strain of hepatitis A.
- Symptoms of hepatitis A infection include yellowing of the skin (jaundice) and feeling generally unwell.
- Headache, mild pain at the injection site, mild fever, general weakness, or vomiting can occur as side effects in some individuals. If side effects bother you, please inform your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine and all the medicine you take to avoid any interaction.
- You should inform your doctor if you have a fever, liver disease, poor immune system, or if you fainted with a previous needle injection. Also, any other existing health problems, or if you are pregnant.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Biovac A injection given at the same time as immunoglobulins may affect its action.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription to avoid any possible interactions.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:BIOVAC
Manufacturer Name:DR REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD
Address:<p>1. Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Biovac A Vaccine (1) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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