Typhoid Vaccine Live Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Typhoid Vaccine Live, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Typhoid Vaccine Live brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Typhoid Vaccine Live

Pronunciation : TIE-foyd

ICD Code : Y58.1 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Typhoid Vaccine Live

India :

Biovac Typhoid Inj, Shantyph Vial, Typherix Pf-Syringe, Typhim-Vi Pf-Syringe, Typhivax Amp, Typhivax Pf-Syringe, Typhoral Cap, Typho-Vi Vial, Tyvax Vi-Plus 150mcg Vial, Tyvax Vi-Plus Vial, Vactyph Vial.

International :

Vivotif Berna

Why is Typhoid Vaccine Live Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an active immunization against typhoid fever caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. It stimulates the body to produce antibodies against typhoid fever. Prescribed for children greater than 6 years of age.

When should Typhoid Vaccine Live not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with history of acute febrile illness or acute intestinal infection, allergic reactions and known hypersensitivity to the vaccine.

What is the dosage of Typhoid Vaccine Live?

Adult: Take 1 capsule on alternate days (day 1, 3 and 5) for a total of 3 doses; all doses should be completed at least 1 week before potential exposure.
Booster immunization: Repeat full course of primary immunization every 5 years if exposure continues.
Child: ≥6 years: Take 1 capsule on alternate days (day 1, 3 and 5) for a total of 3 doses; all doses should be completed at least 1 week before potential exposure.
Booster immunization: Repeat full course of primary immunization every 5 years if exposure continues.
Intra Muscular (IM) Adult: Initial: 0.5 ml, to be given for least 2 weeks before expected exposure.
Booster immunization: Repeat doses every 3 years if exposure continues.
Child: ≥2 yr: Initial: 0.5 ml, to be given at least 2 weeks before expected exposure.
Booster immunization: Repeat doses every 3 years if exposure continues.

How should Typhoid Vaccine Live be taken?

Take this medication in an empty stomach. Vaccine not administered to patients treated with antibiotics or drugs like sulphonamide, which are active against the typhoid bacteria.

What are the warnings and precautions for Typhoid Vaccine Live?

•Avoid contact with potentially contaminated food or water sources.

Avoid contacts with persons infected with typhoid fever.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with a history of cancer, blood disorders, HIV infections, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Typhoid Vaccine Live?

Oral- Headache, fever, rash, itching, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, anaphylactic reaction, nerve damage, muscle pain, hives (area of a skin being raised indicating an allergic reaction), sepsis and weakness.
Intra Muscular-: Fever, uneasiness, headache, swelling (in face, tongue or throat), injection-site reactions such as pain, tenderness, nausea, vomiting.