Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid Medication Information

Get detailed information on Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

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Generic Name : Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid

ICD Code : Y58.9 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid

International :

Menhibrix

Why is Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a combination vaccine, prescribed for preventing of invasive disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups C and Y and Haemophilus influenzae type B.

When should Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid?

Four doses (0.5 mL each) by intramuscular injection at 2, 4, 6, and 12 through 15 months of age. The first dose may be given as early as 6 weeks of age. The fourth dose may be given as late as 18 months of age.

How should Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid?

• Injection procedure should be done in a safe place to avoid falling as fainting is associated with the injection.

• Do not substitute Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid for the routine tetanus immunisation.

• Children receiving immunosuppressive therapy may not show better response with Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid injection.

• Allergic reactions should be treated immediately.

What are the side effects of Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid?

Most Common - Irritability, drowsiness, loss of appetite, and fever.

What are the other precautions for Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid?

Store the medication as directed by your physician.

Meningococcal C,Y and Haemophilus B Tetanus Toxoid - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions