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Hiberix TM
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Active ingredients: inert substance, haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate (prp-tt) vaccine
Pack: Hiberix (1 x 10 microgram vaccine vial, 1 x 0.5 mL inert diluent syringe), 1 pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: HIBERIX haemophilus influenzae type B conjugate 10 microgram/0.5mL injection vial and diluent syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Hiberix is indicated for active immunisation against Haemophilus influenzae type b infection in children aged from 2 months to 5 years.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.
Component :
- Diluent, not applicable
- Intramuscular
- Clear colourless solution
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White pellet
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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
- 1 vial + 1 diluent syringe pack
- 10 vials + 10 diluent syringes pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- (Model 10520PS) plus associated needle AUSTL 19009 pack
- (Model 20510B) pack
- a) Becton - Dickinson fitted with needle pack
- b) Becton - Dickinson without attached needle pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate (prp-tt) vaccine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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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