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HIB vaccine is around 1000-1500 it depends on the brand... and it depends on your pedia, if the vaccine will be provided by your pedia.... because some pedia's will double its amount.... but if you're looking for a cheaper one, try 5 in 1 or 6 in 1 vaccine...
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What is a vaccine for bacterial meningitis?
hib vacine
What is the purpose of the Hib vaccine?
The HIb vaccine is one of the vaccines that are recommended that children have during their immunizations. The health benefits are they provide long term protection against such things as pnemonia.
What does the medical abbreviation HIB mean?
HIB stands for haemophilus influenzae type B. The HIB vaccine is given to infants to prevent certain types of respiratory infections.
What is the Difference between haemophilus b meningococcal conjugate and haemophilus B tetanus toxoid conjugate?
One combines the HIB vaccine with meningococcal vaccine, and the other with tetanus vaccine.
What is pentavalent vaccine?
It is the combination of five vaccines: diptheria , pertusis, tetanus ,hepatitis b, and hib virus.
How much is HPV vaccine in the Philippines?
my doctor charge me for 3,150.00 pesos
What prevention methods are there to avoid epiglottitis?
Prevention involves the use of a vaccine against H. influenzae type b (called the Hib vaccine). It is given to babies at two, four, six, and 15 months. Use of this vaccine has made epiglottitis a very rare occurrence.
Can i give 11 months old baby HiB and Hepatitis A vaccination now?
To ensure adequate protection, the last dose of HIB and the hepatitis A vaccine should not be given before the baby is 12 months old. Talk to your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
What is Hib disease caused by?
Hib disease is an infection caused by Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib).
What is Hib disease?
haemophilus influenzae b (HIB)
Hib - vaccine?
DefinitionThe HiB vaccine (immunization) prevents childhood Haemophilus influenzae B infections, which can cause severe and potentially deady illnesses that affect the brain, lungs, and bones or joints.Alternative NamesHaemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) vaccine; Vaccine - Hib; Haemophilus influenzae B conjugate vaccineInformationWHO SHOULD GET THIS VACCINEThe Hib vaccine is one of the recommended childhood immunizations. Generally, states require proof that a child has received the vaccine prior to entry into daycare or preschool.The Hib vaccine should not be given to children younger than 6 weeks of age.Infants and toddlers should receive four total doses of the HiB vaccine. One dose should be given at each of the following ages:2 months4 months6 months12-15 monthsChildren over 5 years of age and adults do not need to receive immunization for Haemophilus influenzae type b unless they have certain medical conditions, including HIV, sickle cell disease, and some others. Ask your doctor if this applies to your child.BENEFITSHib vaccine has been a great public health success story. Most infants who receiving three doses of this vaccine have long-term protection against the illnesses caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b bacteria. These illnesses include meningitis, pneumonia, and infections of the blood, bones, and joints. Such serious infections are most common in children 6 to 12 months old, but may also occur in older children. Hib meningitis was once a common serious illness that caused brain damage and death. But since the use of this vaccine, the disease is rare.RISKS AND SIDE EFFECTSMost infants who receive the Hib vaccine will have no side effects. Others may have minor problems such as soreness and redness at the injection site or a mild fever. Serious problems associated with receiving the immunization are rare and are mainly due to allergic reactions to parts of the vaccine.Delay or do NOT give the vaccine if:Your child is under 6 weeks of ageYour child has an illness more serious than a cold, immunizations may be delayed.Severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis occurs after an injection of the Hib vaccine, no further Haemophilus influenzae type b immunization should be given to the child.Watch for and be familiar with how to treat minor side effects, such as injection site tenderness or low-grade fever.Call your health care provider if:You are not sure if the vaccine should be delayed, withheld, or given to a specific infantModerate or serious side effects appear after the vaccine has been givenYou have any other questions or concernsReferencesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Infectious Diseases. Recommended immunization schedules for children and adolescents--United States, 2008. Pediatrics. 2008 Jan;121(1):219-20.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recommended immunization schedules for persons aged 0 through 18 years---United States, 2009. MMWR. January 2, 2009;57(51&52);Q1-Q4.
When did Hib-Tone end?
Hib-Tone ended in 1985.
