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Dengvaxia TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: inert substance, dengue quadrivalent live vaccine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: DENGVAXIA dengue tetravalent vaccine (live, attenuated), powder and diluent for suspension for injection

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Dengvaxia is indicated for the prevention of dengue disease caused by dengue virus serotypes 1, 2, 3 and 4 in individuals 9 through 45 years of age living in endemic areas. Use should be in accordance with official guidelines (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION).

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.

Component :

  • Suspension, powder for
  • Subcutaneous
  • Freeze-dried powder in vial (Type I class) with a stopper (halobutyl) and a flip-off cap (aluminium, polypropylene)

Component :

  • Diluent, not applicable
  • Subcutaneous
  • 0.5 mL of diluent in a pre-filled syringe (Type I glass) with a plunger stopper (halobutyl) and a tip cap (elastomer)

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Do not Freeze
  • Refrigerate
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • Pack of 1 (1 vaccine vial and 1 diluent syringe with 2 needles) pack
  • Pack of 10 (10 vaccine vials and 10 diluent syringes with 20 needles) pack

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

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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