About combination infanrix hexa vaccine
Combination childhood vaccine
Used for
- Protects against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, and Hib disease.
Usual dose in children
Infants: three doses from 6 weeks of age, usually spaced at least 1 month apart; a booster may be given according to local schedules.
Common side effects
- Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
- Fever, irritability, sleepiness, or reduced appetite
- Vomiting or diarrhoea
- Uncommon allergic reactions or seizures
Important warnings
- Do not give after a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or vaccine component.
- Postpone vaccination during a severe illness with fever.
- Use caution with bleeding disorders or previous serious neurological reactions to pertussis vaccine.
- This vaccine does not protect against every cause of meningitis or hepatitis.
Pregnancy
Not intended for use during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is not a reason to avoid vaccination, though this vaccine is not intended for adults.
Interactions
- Other vaccines may be given at the same visit at separate injection sites.
- Immune-suppressing treatments may reduce the immune response.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.