Q-Vax Skin Test TM
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Active ingredients: q fever skin test, q fever vaccine
Pack: Q-Vax Skin Test 2.5 microgram/0.5 mL injection, 0.5 mL vial
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Q-VAX SKIN TEST (Inactivated C. burnetii for Pre-Q-Vax Vaccination Screening) injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Q-VAX is indicated for the immunisation of susceptible adults at identifiable risk of infection with Q fever. Abattoir workers (and those closely associated with the meat industry), farmers, veterinarians, stockyard workers, shearers, animal transporters and many others exposed to cattle, sheep or goats or their products should be considered for vaccination. Note: Q fever has also occurred among persons culling and processing kangaroos and laboratory personnel handling potentially infected veterinary specimens, or visiting abattoirs, are at risk.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection
- Intradermal
- A clear to slightly opaque, colourless liquid with no particulate matter present
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 0.5mL x 1 pack
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
