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Hib Pro 10mcg Injection


Product introduction

Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is an active immunizing agent. It is used to prevent infection caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) bacteria. The vaccine helps to protect the body against the disease.

Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is used to prevent some infectious diseases

Benefits of Hib Pro Injection

In Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease

Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacteria responsible for severe pneumonia (lung infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain), and other diseases that are caused in children aged less than 5 years. It is transmitted through the respiratory tract from infected to those individuals who are at risk of getting the infection. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side effects of Hib Pro 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 Hib Pro

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Diarrhea
  • Injection site swelling
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fever
  • Injection site pain
  • Irritability
  • Drowsiness
  • Restlessness

How to use Hib Pro 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 Hib Pro 10mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hib Pro 10mcg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hib Pro 10mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
  • You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
  • If you experience diarrhea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Subunit (Purified antigen)

Patient concerns

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Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (DTaP) -- Five-Dose Series. 2-4 months: Hepatitis A (Hep A) -- Two-Dose Series. 12-23 months: Hepatitis B (Hep B) Birth: H. influenzae type b (Hib) -- Three-Dose Series. 2-4 months: Influenza. Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) -- Two-Dose Series. Pneumococcal (PCV) Chickenpox (Varicella)
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Orthopaedics
Fracture neck of Femur Left sidePlease Share x-ray picConsidering the age of the patient Should go for Hemi-Replacement Arthroplasty""
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FAQs

Who should get Hib Pro 10mcg Injection?

Hib Pro 10mcg Injection should be given to all children aged 6 weeks through 4 years. Individuals more than 5 years of age, usually do not need it, unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

How is Hib Pro 10mcg Injection stored?

Hib Pro 10mcg Injection is stored at a temperature between 2 to 8 degrees centigrade, away from direct sunlight, whether packed or reconstituted. However, after reconstitution, it needs to be administered within 24 hours. Any unused vaccine needs to be discarded if unused. It should not be freezed.

How is Hib Pro 10mcg Injection administered?

Hib Pro 10mcg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscularly) of the thigh or upper arm. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Hib Pro 10mcg Injection.

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References

  1. Kelly DF, Moxon ER, Pollard AJ. Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccines. Immunology.
  2. Immunology. 2004;113(2):163-74. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Mayo Clinic. Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Intramuscular Route). [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine. Glaxo Smith Kline Biologicals; 2105. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Serum Institute Of India Ltd
Address: 212/2, Hadapsar, Off Soli Poonawalla Road, Pune 411028 India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Hib Pro 10mcg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
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0.5 ml in 1 vial
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