Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is an active immunizing agent. It is given to prevent typhoid fever caused by certain bacteria called S. Typhi. It is usually administered at least 2 weeks prior to expected exposure to S. Typhi.
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not be self-administered this vaccine at home. It is recommended for travelers to areas where a recognized risk of exposure to typhoid exists. Its effectiveness lasts for around 3 years from the time of vaccination. Booster injection is required every 3 years to provide continued immunity.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), fever, and headache. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.
Typhoid fever is an infection that spreads through intake of contaminated food and water. Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is a typhoid vaccine recommended for the prevention of typhoid fever. Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the bacteria. This vaccine is generally recommended for individuals who are traveling to areas where typhoid fever is common. However, while traveling, it is important that you avoid contaminated food or water. Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is given as an injection into a muscle by a doctor or a nurse, as a single dose, approximately 2 weeks before travelling to such an area where typhoid fever is common.
Side effects of Biovac Typhoid Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Biovac Typhoid
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Fever
Headache
How to use Biovac Typhoid Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Biovac Typhoid Injection works
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Tiredness has been reported in some people after receiving this vaccine so you must take extra care when driving or using machines.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Biovac Typhoid Injection?
If you miss a dose of Biovac Typhoid 25mcg Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
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My niece is suffered from thypoid fever, i dont no what kind of food he can taken?, he is age of 4-5 yrs.
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, there are no restrictions on diet while undergoing treatment for typhoid fever. Please increase intake of water and fluids.Please complete full treatment for typhoid fever.
Fever 15 days & typhoid urine i Fever 15 days & typhoid urine infection
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly
following antibiotics antibiotics such as azithromycin, fluoroquinolones or third generation cephalosporins.are used as per local pattern of drug resistance and clinical parameters
I have fever with body pain since last 15 days I have undergone pathology diagonostic in which WIDAL POSITIVE with titre 1:160. Please tell me treatment for the same.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Widal is not used to diagnose Typhoid. If you have Fever get yourself examined in clinic
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