Stamaril1000u/0.5ml
Rx- Generic:
- Yellow fever Vaccine
- Company:
- Synovia Pharma PLC.
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- Injection
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৳ 2,257/unit
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At a glance
Yellow Fever Vaccine provides protection against a serious infectious disease called yellow fever. Yellow fever occurs in certain areas of the world and is spread to man through the bites of infected mosquitoes.
Indications
- Prophylaxis of Yellow fever infection
- Travelling to, passing through or living in an area where yellow fever occurs
- Travelling to any country that requires an International Certificate of Vaccination for entry
- Laboratory workers who may handle infectious materials
Dosage
Adult Dose (SC):
- Primary Vaccination: 0.5 ml, given as SC inj (preferably into the deltoid area) as a single dose, at least 10 days prior to travel
- Booster dose: Repeat dose every 10 yr for those at continued risk of exposure
Child Dose (>9 months) (SC):
- 0.5 ml, given as SC inj (preferably into the deltoid area for children >3 yr and thigh area for children <3 yr), at least 10 days prior to travel
- Booster dose: Repeat dose every 10 yr
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Headache (5-10%)
- Chills (5-10%)
- Low-grade fever (5-10%)
- Myalgia (5-10%)
- Meningoencephalitis
- Seizures
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Pain
- Warmth
- Erythema
- Guillain-Barre syndrome
Precautions & warnings
- Caution when used in immunocompromised patients
- Increased risk of adverse effects when used in patients ≥65 yr
- Monitor for adverse events 10-30 days post-vaccination
- Pregnancy
- Lactation is a contraindication, particularly when infants are <9 months of age
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.