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Haemophilus b Polysaccharide Vaccine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Haemophilus influenzae type b polysaccharide vaccine, HbPV, Hib CPS, Hib polysaccharide vaccine, PRP

Haemophilus b Polysaccharide Vaccine | Before Using | Proper Use | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Vaccine

Dosing—The dose of haemophilus b polysaccharide vaccine will be different for different patients. The following information includes only the average doses of haemophilus b polysaccharide vaccine.

For injection dosage form:
- For prevention of Haemophilus influenzae type b infection:
  - Adults and children 5 years of age and older—Use is not recommended.
  - Children up to 18 months of age—Use is not recommended.
  - Children 18 to 24 months of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
  - Children 24 months to 5 years of age—One dose injected under the skin or into a muscle.

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Date Revised: 03/29/1994

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