Hepavax-B 10 mcg IM Injection

Hepatitis B Vaccine is indicated for active immunization against infection caused by all known subtypes of Hepatitis B virus. As Hepatitis D (caused by the delta virus) does not occur in the absence of Hepatitis B infection, it can be expected that Hepatitis D will also be prevented by Hepatitis B vaccination ... Read moreHepatitis B Vaccine is indicated for active immunization against infection caused by all known subtypes of Hepatitis B virus. As Hepatitis D (caused by the delta virus) does not occur in the absence of Hepatitis B infection, it can be expected that Hepatitis D will also be prevented by Hepatitis B vaccination.Immunization is recommended in persons of all ages, especially those who are, or will be, at increased risk of exposure to Hepatitis B virus, for example:A baby whose mother is infected can be infected at birth. Children, adolescents, and adults can become infected by: Contact with blood and body fluids through breaks in the skin such as bites, cuts, or sores Contact with objects that have blood or body fluids on them such as toothbrushes, razors or monitoring and treatment devices for diabetes Having unprotected sex with an infected person Sharing needles when injecting drugs Being stuck with a used needle Household contacts of people infected with Hepatitis B Residents and staff in institutions for the developmental^ disabled Kidney dialysis patients People who travel to countries where Hepatitis B is common People with HIV infection Persons with hemophilia, thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, cirrhosis Military personnel identified as being at increased risk.Morticians and Embalmers.Prisoners.Users of illicit injectable drugs.Others: Police, fire department personnel, who render first aid or medical assistance, and any others who, through their work or personal life-style, may be exposed to the Hepatitis B virus.