Hiberix
Hiberix Products are primarily used for
Tetanus
About Hiberix Products
Hiberix Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Hiberix are Joint pain, Fever, Swelling of lymph nodes, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Acute allergic reactions, Headache, Muscle pain, Guillain-Barré syndrome.
How Hiberix Products work
Tetanus Toxoid is used for vaccination against tetanus. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it does stimulate the body's immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections.
Patient Concerns about Hiberix Products
Frequently asked questions about Hiberix Products
Frequently asked questions about Tetanus Toxoid
Q. What type of immunity does Hiberix 0.033mg Injection provide?
Hiberix 0.033mg Injection provides artificial active immunity. This type of immunity is generated when a dead or weakened version of the disease enters the body, causing an immune response which includes the production of antibodies. Vaccination with Hiberix 0.033mg Injection helps to prevent the deadly disease, tetanus.
Q. What is a booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot?
A booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot is an additional dose of a vaccine that may have to be administered periodically (usually once every few years) after completing the initial or primary vaccination against certain diseases. This helps to ‘boost’ your immunity against such diseases so that you are adequately protected against them.
Q. Is there a cure for tetanus?
There is no cure for tetanus once a person develops symptoms, just supportive treatment and management of complications can be done in a hospital setup. The best way to treat tetanus is its prevention through vaccination or immunization.
Q. How long does it take to show signs of tetanus after being exposed?
After being exposed, the incubation period varies from 3 to 21 days, with an average of eight days. The further the injury site is from the central nervous system, the longer the incubation period. The shorter the incubation period, the higher the risk of death.
Q. What are the symptoms of tetanus? How does Hiberix 0.033mg Injection work?
Tetanus symptoms involve tightening of muscles of the body and causing a locked jaw, thus making it impossible to breathe, open the mouth to eat or swallow. Hiberix 0.033mg Injection works by helping the body produce substances that resist infection from bacteria causing tetanus.
Q. Who should get Hiberix 0.033mg Injection?
Hiberix 0.033mg Injection should be given to everyone, even to children as early as 2 months of age. Booster doses are recommended for everyone almost every 10 years. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts regarding the vaccination.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Hiberix 0.033mg Injection?
If a scheduled vaccination booster dose of Hiberix 0.033mg Injection is missed, talk to your doctor and arrange another visit as soon as possible.
Q. Is Hiberix 0.033mg Injection a safe vaccine?
Various studies and trials have shown that Hiberix 0.033mg Injection is a safe and effective vaccine. Hence, it has been approved for use and recommended by various medical organizations and doctors all around the world. By preventing life-threatening diseases like tetanus, it has proven to be of immense benefit. Hiberix 0.033mg Injection is also well tolerated. Any side effects that may be seen with this vaccine are usually minor and tend to resolve quickly.
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