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Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine, 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 Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine
Pronunciation : TIE-foyd PAHL-ee-SACK-ah-ride
ICD Code : Y58.1 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine

International :


Typhim

Why is Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a vaccine, prescribed for typhoid fever.

When should Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine?

IM- The immunizing dose for adults and children is a single injection of 0.5 mL.

How should Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine 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 Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of poor immunity, HIV infection, cancer, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine?

Local - Tenderness, pain, induration, redness.
Miscellaneous - Uneasiness, headache, muscle pain, nausea, diarrhea, feverish, and vomiting.

What are the other precautions for Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine?

Store at 2° to 8°C. Do not freeze.

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