Avaxim160IU

• Active immunization against Hepatitis A virus

Adult Dose (IM):

• First dose: At selected date
• Second dose: 6 months after first dose

Child Dose (IM):

• 12 months to 15 years: 0.5 ml
• First dose: At selected date
• Second dose: 6 months after first dose

16 years and above:

• 1 ml
• First dose: At selected date
• Second dose: 6 months after first dose

* Use as directed by the registered physician

Common Side Effects (>10%):

• Injection site tenderness (3-56%)
• Erythema (1-22%)
• Warmth (1-17%)
• Swelling (9-11%)
• Irritability (11-36%)
• Anorexia (1-19%)
• Drowsiness (15-17%)
• Headache (1-16%)
• Fever > 100.4°F (9-11%)

Potentially Fatal: Anaphylaxis

Precautions:

• Alcohol or disinfectant used for cleaning the skin should be allowed to evaporate completely before vaccination
• Vaccine should be given to pregnant women only if clearly needed
• Shake well before use
• Use immediately after opening