Brand name: Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin-VF (CSL) TM
Active ingredients: hepatitis b virus immunoglobulin
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 8 AUGUST 2002 : Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin is indicated for post-exposure prophylaxis in persons who did not receive prior vaccination, or whose prior vaccination regimen is incomplete, or when the hepatitis B antibody level is inadequate (<10IU/L). Post-exposure prophylaxis should be considered following percutaneous or permucosal exposure to HBsAg-positive material or suspected HBsAg-positive material, for example, by needle stick, oral ingestion or sexual exposure. Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin is also indicated for prophylaxis in infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers.,Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin-VF is indicated for post-exposure prophylaxis in persons who did not receive prior vaccination, or whose prior vaccination regimen is incomplete, or when the hepatitis B antibody level is inadequate (<10IU/L). Post-exposure prophylaxis should be considered following percutaneous or permucosal exposure to HBsAg-positive or suspected HBsAg-positive material, for example, by needle stick, oral ingestion or sexual exposure. Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin-VF is also indicated for prophylaxis in infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular. This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Refrigerate
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear to opalescent, colourless, solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
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