Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids and Pertussis Vaccine Adsorbed and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Systemic)

Side Effects of This Vaccine

Along with its needed effects, a vaccine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. It is very important that you tell your doctor about any side effect that occurs after a dose of DTP-Hib vaccine , even if the side effect goes away without treatment. Some types of side effects may mean that your child should not receive any more doses of DTP-Hib vaccine.

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following side effects occur :

Rare

Collapse; confusion; convulsions (seizures); crying for three or more hours; fever of 40.5 �C (105 �F) or more; headache (severe or continuing); irritability (unusual and continuing); periods of unconsciousness or lack of awareness; sleepiness (unusual and continuing); vomiting (severe or continuing)

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

Symptoms of allergic reactions - Difficulty in breathing or swallowing; hives; itching (especially of feet or hands); reddening of skin (especially around ears); swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose; unusual tiredness or weakness (sudden and severe)

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away as your child's body adjusts to the vaccine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Drowsiness; fever of up to 102.2 �F (39 �C) (usually lasts less than 48 hours and may occur with fretfulness, drowsiness, vomiting, and loss of appetite); fretfulness; irritability; lump at place of injection (may be present for a few weeks after injection); redness, warm feeling, swelling, tenderness, or pain at place of injection

Less common

Diarrhea; fever between 102.2 and 104 �F (39 and 40 �C) (usually lasts less than 48 hours and may occur with fretfulness, drowsiness, vomiting, and loss of appetite); hard lump at place of injection (may be present for a few days after injection); loss of appetite; vomiting

Rare

Fever between 104 and 104.8 �F (40 and 40.4 �C) (usually lasts less than 48 hours and may occur with fretfulness, drowsiness, vomiting, and loss of appetite); lack of interest; reduced physical activity; skin rash

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.