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Hepatitis B vaccine recombinant, adjuvanted (By injection)

Hepatitis B Vaccine Recombinant, Adjuvanted (hep-a-TYE-tis B VAX-een ree-KOM-bi-nant, AD-joo-van-ted)

Prevents hepatitis B infection.

Brand Name(s):

Heplisav-B, Prehevbrio

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot into one of your muscles. It is usually given in the upper arm.
• A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
• Missed dose: Call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Some medicines can affect how hepatitis B vaccine works. Tell your doctor if you are receiving immune globulin.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have an active infection (including hepatitis B) or a weak immune system.
• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the shot was given
• Tiredness

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 9/6/2024