About hepatitis a gbm strain
Inactivated hepatitis A vaccine
Used for
- Prevention of hepatitis A in adults and adolescents aged 16 years or older
Usual adult dose
One intramuscular dose, followed by a booster 6–36 months later, according to local guidance.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or redness
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Mild fever or nausea
Important warnings
- Do not give into a blood vessel.
- May be less effective in people with weakened immune systems.
- Not for treating an existing hepatitis A infection.
- Severe allergy to a previous dose or ingredient is a contraindication.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when clearly needed; safety data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Use with caution; whether the vaccine passes into breast milk is unknown.
Interactions
- Immune-suppressing treatments may reduce the immune response.
- Other vaccines may generally be given at different injection sites.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.