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Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, hemophilus influenzae type B disease, pertussis, tetanus, polio, and hepatitis B infection. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.

Hexaxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 6 weeks. It is usually given at  6, 10, and 14 weeks followed by a booster dose in the second year of life. If the child does not get all the doses, he/she will not be fully protected against the virus. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.

The most common side effects of this vaccine include injection site reactions (such as pain, tenderness, swelling, and redness), fever, irritability, sleepiness, diarrhea, and vomiting. However, these are usually mild and resolve with time. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.


Benefits of Hexaxim Suspension for Injection

In Polio

Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. It can spread from person to person and can infect the brain and spinal cord causing paralysis (unable to move body parts). Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against polio virus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the virus. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Tetanus

Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Hexaxim Vaccine is a vaccine and helps prevent tetanus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended but it is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Pertussis

Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Diphtheria

Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Hexaxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease

Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person's nose and throat. Hexaxim Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

In Prevention of Hepatitis B infection

Hexaxim Vaccine is given to protect against infection by the hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by a virus. It can be spread from a mother to her newborn baby. Hepatitis B can be serious, but it does not always cause obvious symptoms. Hexaxim Vaccine is given by an injection into a muscle as soon as possible after exposure to risk and will help prevent infection. This medicine does not work if you already have hepatitis B.

Side effects of Hexaxim Suspension for 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 Hexaxim

  • Injection site redness
  • Fever
  • Injection site pain
  • Irritability
  • Injection site tenderness
  • Injection site swelling
  • Vomiting
  • Sleepiness

How to use Hexaxim Suspension for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Hexaxim Suspension for Injection works

Hexaxim Vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines. They help 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hexaxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hexaxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Not applicable. This vaccine is not intended for administration to women of child-bearing age.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hexaxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Not relevant, as Hexaxim Vaccine is intended for use in infants.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hexaxim Vaccine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hexaxim Vaccine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hexaxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
  • You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
  • If you experience nausea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.

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References

  1. Purified Diphtheria Toxoid, Purified Tetanus Toxoid, Whole cell Pertussis, Recombinant Hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae Type b Conjugate and Inactivated Poliomyelitis Trivalent Vaccine (Adsorbed) [Easy Six]. Malpur, Himachal Pradesh: Panacea Biotec Ltd.; 2018. [Access 07 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (acellular, component), hepatitis B (rDNA), poliomyelitis (inactivated) and Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine (adsorbed) [Hexaxim]. Bangkok, Thailand: Sanofi Pasteur Ltd.; 2017. [Access 07 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Acellular, Component), Hepatitis B (rDNA), Poliomyelitis (Inactivated) And Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Conjugate Vaccine (Adsorbed). [Prescribing Information]. Mumbai, Maharahtra: Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from: External Link

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