Havrix Vaccine

Generic name: hepatitis a vaccine
Dosage form: injectable suspension
Drug class:Viral vaccines

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2021.

Indications and Usage for Havrix Vaccine

HAVRIX is indicated for active immunization against disease caused by hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAVRIX is approved for use in persons 12 months of age and older. Primary immunization should be administered at least 2 weeks prior to expected exposure to HAV.

Havrix Vaccine Dosage and Administration

Preparation for Administration

Shake well before use. With thorough agitation, HAVRIX is a homogeneous, turbid, white suspension. Do not administer if it appears otherwise. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. If either of these conditions exists, the vaccine should not be administered. Attach a sterile needle to the prefilled syringe and administer intramuscularly.

Administration

HAVRIX should be administered by intramuscular injection only. HAVRIX should not be administered in the gluteal region; such injections may result in suboptimal response.

Do not administer this product intravenously, intradermally, or subcutaneously.

Recommended Dose and Schedule

Children and Adolescents (aged 12 months through 18 years)

Primary immunization for children and adolescents consists of a single 0.5-mL dose and a 0.5-mL booster dose administered anytime between 6 and 12 months later. The preferred sites for intramuscular injections are the anterolateral aspect of the thigh in young children or the deltoid muscle of the upper arm in older children.

Adults (aged 19 years and older)

Primary immunization for adults consists of a single 1-mL dose and a 1-mL booster ...