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Hexaxim TM
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Active ingredients: diphtheria + tetanus + pertussis + hepatitis b + polio trivalent + haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: HEXAXIM DTPa-hepB-IPV-Hib Suspension for injection in pre-filled syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Hexaxim is indicated for vaccination of infants from six weeks of age against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis and invasive infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b. Use of this vaccine should be in accordance with the national recommendation as per the current Immunisation Handbook.
How to use this medicine
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This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, suspension
- Intramuscular
- Hexaxim is a whitish, cloudy suspension.
Storage conditions
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- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 single dose pre-filled syringe with 1 or 2 separate needles pack
- 10 single dose pre-filled syringes with 1 or 2 separate needles per each syringe pack
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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