Hepatitis A Vaccine Inactivated : Proper Use (Havrix, Vaqta)

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Hepatitis A Vaccine Inactivated (Systemic)

Brand Names : Havrix, Vaqta

Hepatitis A Vaccine Inactivated | Before Using | Proper Use | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Vaccine

Dosing - The dose of hepatitis A vaccine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders . The following information includes only the average doses of hepatitis A vaccine.

For injection dosage form:
- For prevention of hepatitis A disease:
  - Adults - One adult dose injected into a muscle. A booster (repeat) dose may be needed six to twelve months after the first dose.
  - Children 2 to 18 years of age - One or two pediatric doses injected into a muscle. A booster (repeat) dose may be needed six to twelve months after the first dose.
  - Children up to 2 years of age - Use is not recommended.

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