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Description
Biovac A is a freeze-dried, live attenuated vaccine derived from the H₂ strain of the Hepatitis A virus. It is used to prevent Hepatitis A infection, a viral liver disease transmitted through contaminated food or water.
Target Diseases
- Hepatitis A
Dosage Schedule
Single dose of 0.5 mL, administered subcutaneously in the upper arm No booster dose required in most cases
Possible Side Effects
- Mild: Pain/redness at injection site
- low-grade fever
- fatigue Rare: Allergic reactions
- nausea
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine Severe immunosuppression (e.g.
- chemotherapy
- HIV with low CD4) Acute febrile illness Recent immunoglobulin therapy (within 3 months)
Additional Information
Storage Requirements
- Store at 2°C to 8°C Do not freeze Protect from light Reconstitute just before administration and use immediately