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Vaqta (Hepatitis A vaccine) typically used for the prevention of hepatitis A disease (liver disease caused by a virus).
Additional information
Vaqta (Hepatitis A vaccine) is typically given as a single pediatric dose and the second dose should be given 6 to 18 months after the first dose. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. It will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinical setting. It will be injected into a muscle. WARNING: Syncope (fainting) has been reported with use of injectable vaccines and may result in serious secondary injury In addition to its desired action, Vaqta (Hepatitis A vaccine) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause diarrhea, drowsiness, fatigue It may cause fever, generally feeling unwell, headache It may cause irritability, loss of appetite, muscle or joint achiness Contraindications: Immediate and/or severe allergic or hypersensitivity reaction to hepatitis A containing vaccines or any component of the formulation, including neomycin. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Vaqta (Hepatitis A vaccine)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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