Leaflet TWINRIX PEDIATRIC 360 U.EI HAV+ 10mcgAgHB / 0.5m injection suspension
Indicated for: prevention of hepatitis A
Route of administration: injectable
Substance: purified hepatitis B vaccine + inactivated hepatitis A vaccine (vaccine)
ATC: J07BC20 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Viral vaccines | Hepatitis vaccines)
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.
Store in the refrigerator as instructed in the leaflet.
Store protected from light.
The combined hepatitis B purified + hepatitis A inactivated vaccine is used to prevent infections caused by the hepatitis A and B viruses. This combined vaccine contains the hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and inactivated hepatitis A viruses, which stimulate the immune system to produce specific antibodies against both viruses.
The vaccine is administered intramuscularly, usually in three doses, following a standard schedule (0, 1, and 6 months). It is recommended for individuals needing protection against both viruses, such as travelers to endemic areas, healthcare workers, and those at increased risk of exposure.
Common side effects include pain at the injection site, mild fever, fatigue, and headache. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions may occur.
The combined hepatitis B purified + hepatitis A inactivated vaccine provides a convenient solution for simultaneous protection against these two viral infections, helping to reduce the risk of severe complications associated with them.
General data about TWINRIX PEDIATRIC 360 U.EI HAV+ 10mcgAgHB / 0.5m
- Substance: purified hepatitis B vaccine + inactivated hepatitis A vaccine
- Date of last drug list: 01-07-2013
- Commercial code: W13372001
- Concentration: 360 U.EI HAV+ 10mcgAgHB / 0.5m
- Pharmaceutical form: injection suspension
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: original
- Prescription restrictions: P-RF - Medicines prescription that is retained in the pharmacy (not renewable).
Pharmaceutical forms available for purified hepatitis B vaccine + inactivated hepatitis A vaccine
Concentrations available for purified hepatitis B vaccine + inactivated hepatitis A vaccine
- 360 U.EI HAV+ 10mcgAgHB/0.5m
- 360 U.EI HAV+10mcg AgHB/0.5ml
- 720 U.EI HAV+20mcg/ml AgHBs