Hepagen Plus Injection

 

Hepagen Plus 200mcg Injection is an active immunizing agent. It is used for the prevention of hepatitis B infection in individuals considered at risk of exposure to hepatitis B virus.
this Injection is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. For the vaccine to be effective, you have to receive all the doses.It is generally safe and well-tolerated. However, it may cause injection site reactions such as redness, swelling, or pain and fever in some people. If you are bothered by such reactions, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.

USES OF INJECTION

• Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

BENEFITS OF  INJECTION

In Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

Hepagen Plus 200mcg Injection is used to protect against infection by the hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by a virus. It can be spread from a mother to her newborn baby, by sharing needles and other equipment during drug use, by having sex with an infected person, by having a tattoo or body piercing, and by sharing contaminated toothbrushes or razors. Hepatitis B can be serious, but it does not always cause obvious symptoms. Hepagen Plus 200mcg Injection is given by an injection into a muscle as soon as possible after exposure to a risk and will help prevent infection. It is recommended for all infants and children up to age 18 years and adults in high-risk groups. This medicine does not work if you already have hepatitis B.

SIDE EFFECTS OF  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 Hepagen Plus

• Fever
• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

HOW TO USE HEPAGEN PLUS INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW HEPAGEN PLUS INJECTION WORKS

Hepagen Plus 200mcg Injection is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.