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Infanrix-IPV 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: diphtheria + tetanus + pertussis 3 component + polio trivalent vaccine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: INFANRIX-IPV 0.5mL injection syringe

Download 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)

1. INFANRIX-IPV is indicated for use in a three dose primary schedule for immunisation of infants from 6 weeks of age and over, against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and poliomyelitis. INFANRIX-IPV is also indicated as a single booster dose for children, up to and including 6 years of age, who have previously been immunised against diphthereia, tetanus, pertussis and polio.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Injection, solution
  • Intramuscular
  • TURBID LIQUID, WHITE DEPOSIT, COLOURLESS SUPERNATANT.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Freeze
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

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.

  • 1 x single dose pre-filled syringe with and without needle pack
  • 10 x single dose pre-filled syringes with and without needle 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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