Information about Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine

Generic Name : Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine are provided here.

Pronunciation : TIE-foyd PAHL-ee-SACK-ah-ride

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y58.1 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Trade Names/Brand 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.