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How to Take Hepatitis B (Recombinant) Vaccine and it's Dose


It is usually administered as an injection by a healthcare provider.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Given via subcutaneous administration(injected just under the skin) in haemophiliacs. Adults 20 yr of age and older- IM - The recommended dose is 20 mcg at 0, 1, and 6th month.
Infants of HBsAg-Positive or -Negative Mothers Children and Adolescents 1 to 19 yr of age - IM- The recommended dose is 10 mcg at 0, 1, and 6th month.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity to yeast or any component of the vaccine.

Drug Name : Hepatitis B (Recombinant) Vaccine

This medication is an immunizing agent, used to prevent hepatitis B infection.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Hepatitis B (Recombinant) Vaccine

India :


International :


Recombivax , Engerix-B
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