Biovac 25mcg Injection
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Product introduction
Biovac 25mcg Injection is used for active immunization for prevention of typhoid fever caused by certain bacteria called Salmonella typhi (S. Typhi). The vaccine helps to protect the body against typhoid fever that can be caused by S. Typhi.
Biovac 25mcg Injection is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Biovac 25mcg Injection is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of Biovac Injection
Benefits of Biovac Injection
In Prevention of Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is an infection that spreads through intake of contaminated food and water. Biovac 25mcg Injection is a typhoid vaccine recommended for the prevention of typhoid fever. Biovac 25mcg Injection works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the bacteria. This vaccine is generally recommended for individuals who are traveling to areas where typhoid fever is common. However, while traveling, it is important that you avoid contaminated food or water. Biovac 25mcg Injection is given as an injection into a muscle by a doctor or a nurse, as a single dose, approximately 2 weeks before travelling to such an area where typhoid fever is common.
Side effects of Biovac Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Biovac
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Injection site redness
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Injection site swelling
How to use Biovac Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biovac 25mcg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biovac 25mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biovac 25mcg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Biovac 25mcg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac 25mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac 25mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac 25mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac 25mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Biovac 25mcg Injection helps prevent typhoid.
- It should be given at least 2 weeks before protection against typhoid fever is required.
- Take it in addition to strict food, water and personal hygiene measures to avoid the disease.
- It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm or leg.
- It is not recommended for use in infants and children under two years of age.
- Protection lasts for around 3 years. Booster injection is required every 3 years to provide continued immunity.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Subunit (Purified antigen)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Biovac 25mcg Injection
Once A Day
60%
Once A Month
30%
Once A Week
10%
FAQs
Q. What Biovac 25mcg Injection is used for?
Biovac 25mcg Injection is a vaccine used to help prevent typhoid fever, which is caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi. The organism which causes typhoid fever can be passed on through contaminated food or water. If you are in an area where there is a risk of getting typhoid fever, in addition to getting vaccinated with Biovac 25mcg Injection, it is also very important to be careful with your personal, food and water hygiene. Hygiene will also help avoid illness caused by other bacteria in the water.
Q. How does Biovac 25mcg Injection work?
Biovac 25mcg Injection works by causing your body to produce its own protection against typhoid fever. It does this by making substances, called antibodies, which destroy the Salmonella typhi organism. If you have been vaccinated against Salmonella typhi, your body is able to attack that organism if you come in contact with it.
Q. How is Biovac 25mcg Injection given?
Biovac 25mcg Injection is given as an injection, usually into your upper arm muscle, by a doctor or nurse. For children, the muscle of the upper thigh may be preferred. Biovac 25mcg Injection should not be injected directly into a vein, or any blood vessel.
Q. Is Biovac 25mcg Injection effective?
Usually it takes several weeks after vaccination to fully develop antibodies against typhoid fever. Most people will make enough antibodies against Salmonella typhi. However, as with all vaccines, 100% protection cannot be guaranteed.
Q. Can Biovac 25mcg Injection cause typhoid fever?
No. Biovac 25mcg Injection will not cause typhoid fever. It just helps your body in producing antibodies against it, so that your body can fight the infection if you are exposed to it in future.
Q. What is the dose of Biovac 25mcg Injection?
You must have one dose at least 2 weeks before you may be exposed to typhoid fever. If you are continually or repeatedly exposed to the Salmonella typhi organism, a booster dose is recommended every 2 to 3 years.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- DailyMed. TYPHIM VI- Salmonella Typhi ty2 Vi Polysaccharide Antigen Injection, Solution. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Purified Vi Ploysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Lyon, France: Sanofi Pasteur SA; 2014. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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