Comvac 4 HB Injection

Prevention of Diphtheria / Prevention of Tetanus / Prevention of Pertussis / Prevention of Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

In Prevention of Diphtheria Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Comvac 4 HB Injection gives protection against diphtheria. It is recommended to get your child vaccinated against diphtheria starting at 6 weeks through 6 years. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Prevention of Tetanus Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Comvac 4 HB Injection helps prevent tetanus infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. Children need to get a booster shot at 11 or 12 years of age. Adults need a booster shot every 10 years after that. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Prevention of Pertussis Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Comvac 4 HB Injection gives protection from pertussis. Infants and children need a dose of the vaccine starting at 2 months through 6 years. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Prevention of Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). When the infection moves into a long-lasting stage, it is called chronic hepatitis B virus infection. It can spread from person to person through blood, semen or other body fluids. Hepatitis B can cause mild illness lasting a few weeks, or it can lead to a serious, lifelong illness. Comvac 4 HB Injection is given to prevent hepatitis B infection. It is recommended for all infants and children of 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Hoever, it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Headache, Body ache, Muscle weakness, Tiredness, Joint pain, Feeling of discomfort']

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Comvac 4 HB Injection is a combination of four medicines. Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Pertussis Toxoid, and Hepatitis B Vaccine (r DNA) are vaccines (inactivated microorganisms) that are formulated together to develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections. Aluminium Hydroxide is an adjuvant that helps to potentiate the action of the vaccine in the body by increasing its uptake. This is how it works to prevent various viral and bacterial infections.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Comvac 4 HB Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Comvac 4 HB Injection during pregnancy is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Comvac 4 HB Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Driving

Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Comvac 4 HB Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Comvac 4 HB Injection in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Comvac 4 HB Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Comvac 4 HB Injection helps to protect your child against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), and Hepatitis caused by Hepatitis-B virus. Comvac 4 HB Injection should not be given to infants or children with fever or other evidence of acute illness or infection. It is important to tell your doctor, if there is a personal or family history of central nervous system� disease or convulsions. Comvac 4 HB Injection should not be given to children over six years of age or to adults. Please tell your doctor if your child is taking or has recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

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