Hexaxim Vaccine
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Product introduction
Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, hemophilus influenzae type B disease, pertussis, tetanus, polio, and hepatitis B infection. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines.
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines.
Uses of Hexaxim Suspension for Injection
Benefits of Hexaxim Suspension for Injection
In 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. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person's nose and throat. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In 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. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine and helps prevent tetanus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended but it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
In Polio
Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. It can spread from person to person and can infect the brain and spinal cord causing paralysis (unable to move body parts). Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against polio virus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the virus. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Side effects of Hexaxim Suspension for 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 Hexaxim
- Injection site pain
- Injection site tenderness
- Injection site swelling
- Injection site redness
- Irritability
- Fever
- Restlessness
- Vomiting
How to use Hexaxim Suspension for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Hexaxim Suspension for Injection works
Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines. They help 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hexaxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Not applicable. This vaccine is not intended for administration to women of child-bearing age.
Not applicable. This vaccine is not intended for administration to women of child-bearing age.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hexaxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Not relevant, as Hexaxim Vaccine is intended for use in infants.
Not relevant, as Hexaxim Vaccine is intended for use in infants.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hexaxim Vaccine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hexaxim Vaccine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hexaxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
- You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
- If you experience nausea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Hexaxim Vaccine
Once A Month
78%
Once A Day
17%
Twice A Month
3%
Once A Week
1%
What are you using Hexaxim Suspension for Injection for?
Diphtheria
43%
Haemophilus i*
29%
Others
29%
*Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
Disclaimer:
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
- Purified Diphtheria Toxoid, Purified Tetanus Toxoid, Whole cell Pertussis, Recombinant Hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae Type b Conjugate and Inactivated Poliomyelitis Trivalent Vaccine (Adsorbed) [Easy Six]. Malpur, Himachal Pradesh: Panacea Biotec Ltd.; 2018. [Access 07 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from:
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Name: Sanofi India Ltd
Address: Sanofi House, CTS No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072
Country of origin: India
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