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Pediarix Vaccine
Latest prescription information about Pediarix Vaccine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Pediarix Vaccine
Pronunciation : dif-THEER-ee-a
Trade Name(s):
International- Pediarix, Kinrix. This medication is an immunization agent, prescribed for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B and polio infections in infants and children. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The primary immunization series is 3 doses of 0.5 mL, given intramuscularly, at 6- to 8-week intervals (preferably 8 weeks). How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the large muscle. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of fever, infection, cancer, received chemotherapy or radiation therapy, weakened immune system, central nervous system problems, bleeding problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications. * It should not be used in children less than 6 weeks of age. * Do not administer this medication subcutaneously or intravenously. Side Effects : Serious- Death, seizures and brain disorder. Heart- Blue baby. Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea and vomiting. General- Fatigue, limb swelling, fever and sudden infant death syndrome. Injection site reactions- Itching, in duration, nodule/lump, pain, redness, swelling, warmth and irritability. Immune- Severe allergic reactions. Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection, cough and difficulty in breathing. Liver- Abnormal liver function tests. Metabolic- Loss of appetite. Central Nervous System- Bony projection in head, convulsions, depressed level of consciousness, febrile convulsions, muscle weakness, lethargy and drowsiness. Psychiatric - Crying, sleeplessness, nervousness, restlessness and screaming. Skin- Redness, rash, hives, red spots and paleness. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it in refrigerator (2º and 8ºC), do not freeze it. |
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