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Imojev TM

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Active ingredients: inert substance, japanese encephalitis live vaccine

Pack: Imojev (1 x vaccine vial, 1 x inert diluent vial), 1 pack

Brand name

(ARTG)

: IMOJEV japanese encephalitis vaccine (live, attenuated) powder for injection vial plus diluent vial

Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)

Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.

For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).


What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

IMOJEV is indicated for prophylaxis of Japanese encephalitis caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus, in individuals from 9 months of age and over.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.

Component :

  • Diluent, not applicable
  • Subcutaneous
  • Clear solution

Component :

  • Injection, powder for
  • Subcutaneous
  • A white to creamy white homogeneous cake which might be retracted.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Do not Freeze
  • Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 1 powder vial and 1 diluent vial, 1 syringe and 2 needles pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient japanese encephalitis live vaccine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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