Twinrix Adult Pre Filled Syringe Of 1Ml Suspension For Injection

• Do not get Twinrix Adult injection if:
• You are allergic to the active ingredients (Hepatitis A virus or Hepatitis B surface antigen) or any of the other ingredients in the vaccine.
• You are allergic to neomycin (an antibiotic).
• You have had an allergic reaction after previously receiving a Hepatitis A vaccine, a Hepatitis B vaccine, or Twinrix Adult injection.
• You have a severe illness with a high fever. If you have a minor illness like a cold, you can usually still get the vaccine, but talk to your doctor first.

• Headache
• Tiredness
• Diarrhea
• Feeling sick to your stomach (nausea)
• Pain and redness, swelling, bruising, or itching at the injection site
• Generally feeling unwell

Other General Warnings

• You have had any health problems after getting a vaccine in the past.
• You have a weakened immune system due to illness or medication.
• You have a bleeding disorder or bruise easily.
• You have fainted after a previous injection.
• You are obese, as this may reduce the vaccine's effectiveness against Hepatitis A.
• You are older, smoke, have a long-standing illness, or are on certain drug treatments, as these factors may reduce the vaccine's effectiveness against Hepatitis B. Your doctor may recommend a blood test to check if you are protected.

• You will receive Twinrix Adult injection as an injection into the muscle of your upper arm, given by a healthcare professional.
• Standard Schedule: Usually, you will receive three doses: the first at a chosen date, the second one month later, and the third six months after the first dose.
• Faster Schedule (for adults in exceptional circumstances): If you need protection quickly (e.g., for travel within a month), you might receive three injections at 0, 7, and 21 days, followed by a fourth dose (booster) 12 months after the first dose.
• It's important to follow the recommended schedule and complete all the doses to get the best protection. If you miss a dose, talk to your doctor to arrange another appointment.

• Keep Twinrix Adult injection out of sight and reach of children.
• Do not use the vaccine after the expiration date printed on the packaging.
• Store Twinrix Adult injection in a refrigerator at temperatures between 2°C and 8°c. Do not freeze Twinrix Adult injection, as freezing will destroy the vaccine. Keep the vaccine in its original packaging to protect it from light.
• Dispose of any unused vaccine or waste material according to local regulations.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines.
• If you are receiving treatment that weakens your immune system, or if you have a weakened immune system, Twinrix Adult injection may not work as well for you.