Review the side-effects of Pediarix Vaccine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Pediarix, Kinrix
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Pediarix Vaccine
Pediarix Vaccine(Pediarix) generic is an immunization agent, prescribed for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B and polio infections in infants and children. Pediarix works by exposing child to a small dose of the bacteria or a protein from the bacteria or virus, which causes the body to develop immunity to the disease.Trade Names for Pediarix Vaccine
International :
Pediarix, Kinrix
