About combination pentact hib vaccine
Combination childhood vaccine
Used for
- Prevents diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b infections.
Usual dose in children
Infants: usually three doses, starting at 6 weeks, spaced at least 4 weeks apart; schedules vary by country.
Common side effects
- Pain, redness, or swelling at injection site
- Fever, irritability, or unusual crying
- Reduced appetite or sleepiness
Important warnings
- Do not use after a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or component.
- Delay vaccination during serious acute illness; mild illness usually is not a reason.
- Certain neurological reactions after a pertussis-containing vaccine may affect further doses.
Pregnancy
Not intended for adults; pregnancy safety is not established for this childhood vaccine.
Breastfeeding
Not intended for adults; breastfeeding is not a reason to delay routine infant vaccination.
Interactions
- Other vaccines may be given at the same visit at different injection sites.
- Immune-suppressing treatments may reduce vaccine 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.