Vactyph Vaccine
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Product introduction
Vactyph Vaccine is a medicine used to prevent typhoid fever in adults and children aged two and above. The vaccine works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against this disease. Typhoid fever is caused by a bacteria called Salmonella Typhi.
Vactyph Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Vactyph Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of Vactyph Injection
Benefits of Vactyph Injection
In Prevention of Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is an infection that spreads through intake of contaminated food and water. Vactyph Vaccine is a typhoid vaccine recommended for the prevention of typhoid fever. Vactyph Vaccine 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. Vactyph Vaccine 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. A single booster dose is given to those who are at risk, every 3 years.
Side effects of Vactyph 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 Vactyph
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Fever
- Nausea
How to use Vactyph Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vactyph Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vactyph Vaccine 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vactyph Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Vactyph Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
But in some people, Vactyph Vaccine can cause dizziness or lightheadedness. Make sure you know how you react to the vaccine before you drive a car or operate machinery.
But in some people, Vactyph Vaccine can cause dizziness or lightheadedness. Make sure you know how you react to the vaccine before you drive a car or operate machinery.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vactyph Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vactyph Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vactyph Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vactyph Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Vactyph Vaccine is given to prevent typhoid fever in adults and children aged two andabove.
- Inform your doctor if you have/ your child has any medical conditions, such as an immune deficiency condition (eg. HIV positive) or a bleeding disorder before taking Vactyph Vaccine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Toxoid (Inactivated toxins)
Patient concerns
FAQs
What Vactyph Vaccine is used for?
Vactyph Vaccine 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 Vactyph Vaccine, 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.
How does Vactyph Vaccine work?
Vactyph Vaccine 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.
How long does it take for Vactyph Vaccine to develop antibodies?
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.
Can Vactyph Vaccine cause typhoid fever?
No. Vactyph Vaccine 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.
What is the dose of Vactyph Vaccine?
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.
How is Vactyph Vaccine given?
Vactyph Vaccine 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. Vactyph Vaccine should not be injected directly into a vein, or any blood vessel.
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- PDR: Prescribers' Digital Reference. Typhoid Vi polysaccharide vaccine - Drug Summary. (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Typhoid Vaccine. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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