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Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

Information about Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant Uses

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is used to prevent cervical cancer.

How Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant works

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is a vaccine which helps to develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections.

Common side effects of Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

Joint pain, Headache, Vomiting, Fever, Dizziness, Nausea, Diarrhea, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Upper respiratory tract infection, General discomfort, Sleepiness, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Joint inflammation, Arthropathy
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Expert advice for Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

  • Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is used for the prevention of cervical cancer.
  • It does not cure an existing HPV infection. But, it can protect you from other different strains of HPV.
  • It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
  • Remain seated for atleast 15 minutes after the injection as it may cause dizziness or fainting.
  • It does not protect against every type of HPV. Take precautions against sexually transmitted disease and follow your doctor’s advice.
  • Consult with your doctor if you forget to take a scheduled dose. 

Frequently asked questions for Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant

Q. What is Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant used for?

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is used in females, for the prevention of cervical cancer. It protects a woman from the infection caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18.

Q. Who should get vaccinated?

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is best given as early as possible to adolescent girls between 11 and 12 years of age. It is also recommended for all females lying between 13 and 26 years of age who did not get the vaccine when they were younger. It can be given to females within the age of 9 to 45 years. However, the dose and schedule of vaccine will depend on the age of the person.

Q. Can I have Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant if I am not a virgin anymore? And will it still be effective?

Yes, you can still get the vaccine even if you have had sexual intercourse. There are 100 types of Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Even if you already have one strain of HPV, you can still get benefit from the vaccine because it can protect you from other strains that you don't yet have.

Q. I didn't get the last dose of the Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant. Do I need to start over again?

No, you can just continue from where you left off. Usually a 3 dose schedule of Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant is recommended. The second dose should be given 1 to 2 months after the first one, and the third one should be given after 6 months of the second one. However, if the last dose is delayed, the series does not need to be restarted and you may continue the treatment from where you left. Please let your doctor know and he/she will suggest when to give you the missed dose.

Q. Is Pap smear test (a method of cervical screening) still necessary if I have already taken the Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant?

Yes, vaccinated women will still need regular cervical cancer screening because the vaccine protects against most but not all HPV types that can cause cervical cancer.

Q. How well does Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant work?

Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant works extremely well. Clinical trials have shown that these types of vaccines provide close to 100% protection against cervical cancer and infection caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18.

Q. Does Human Papillomavirus Bivalent (Types 16 and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant carry any health risks or side effects?

Overall, the effects are usually mild. The most common side effects include soreness, swelling or redness at the injection site. Sometimes dizziness or fainting occurs after the injection, sitting for 15 minutes after the injection can reduce the risk of fainting. In addition, headaches, nausea, vomiting, fatigue or weakness may also occur.

Q. Do I need to worry about HPV if my partner and I always use a condom?

If your partner has HPV infection (with or without symptoms), you can still be infected with HPV even if you always use condom. This is because a condom can not provide 100% protection from any sexually transmitted infection. Furthermore, HPV is mostly transmitted during sexual intercourse, but it can also be transmitted, due to oral sex or during genital to genital contact.

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