Biovac A Vaccine protects against Hepatitis A, which is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). It spreads from person to person via contact with contaminated food or water. It is safe and effective and given as 2 shots, 6 months apart. Both shots are needed for long-term protection. Biovac A Vaccine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. This vaccination is done in children at the age of 12 months through 18 years. Adults who have not been vaccinated previously and want to be protected against hepatitis A can also get the vaccine. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is through vaccination. To get the full benefit of the hepatitis A vaccine, more than one shot is needed. The number and timing of these shots depends on the type of vaccine you are given. Practicing good hand hygiene plays an important role in preventing the spread of hepatitis A. The most common side effects include nausea, pain, abdominal pain, anaphylactic reaction, convulsion, fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, tenderness, and vomiting. They do not normally last very long. Sitting or lying down can sometimes help. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you. Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the hepatitis A vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.

• Pain
• Sore throat
• Abdominal pain
• Anaphylactic reaction
• Convulsion
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling of discomfort
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Tenderness
• Vomiting
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

If you miss a dose of Biovac A Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

• Q. Q. What is hepatitis A??
  Ans: Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. Although rare, hepatitis A can cause death in some people. Consult your doctor immediately if you think you have symptoms of hepatitis A infection.
• Q. Q. How safe is Biovac A Vaccine??
  Ans: Biovac A Vaccine is safe and well tolerated. The vaccines have undergone years of testing before being licensed by the health authorities and remain under continuous monitoring for safety. Side effects with Biovac A Vaccine are mild to moderate in intensity and commonly include pain, swelling and redness at the injection site and headache.
• Q. Q. When should Biovac A Vaccine be given??
  Ans: Biovac A Vaccine is usually given as a single initial injection. After that a second dose is given 6 to 12 months later. Two doses can help you protect yourself from getting an infection for at least 20 years. Persons who are travelling should preferably take the initial dose of the medicine at least 2 weeks before leaving, although it can be given up to the day of your departure, if needed. However, it would be best to consult your doctor regarding the use of medicine.
• Q. Q. I think I have been exposed to hepatitis A. What should I do??
  Ans: If you think you have been exposed to hepatitis A, consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor will decide what is best for you, based on your age and overall health. If you were recently exposed to hepatitis A virus and have not been vaccinated against hepatitis A, you might benefit from an injection of either hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin. However, the vaccine or immune globulin are only effective if given within the first 2 weeks after exposure.
• Q. Q. Is Hepatitis A infection fatal or life-threatening??
  Ans: Hepatitis A infection usually does not cause liver disease. However, in some cases, it may lead to acute liver failure which can be life-threatening.
• Q. Q. Is hepatitis A curable??
  Ans: No, there's currently no cure for hepatitis A, but it normally gets better on its own within a couple of months. However, it is better to consult a doctor if you think you are exposed to hepatitis A virus to rule out any other serious conditions that have similar symptoms.
• Q. Q. Is Hepatitis A infection contagious??
  Ans: Yes, Hepatitis A virus infection is contagious.
• Q. Q. What is Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)??
  Ans: Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) refers to trying to prevent or treat a disease after an exposure. For hepatitis A, postexposure prophylaxis is an injection of either hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin. However, the vaccine or immune globulin are only effective in preventing hepatitis A if given within the first 2 weeks after exposure.
• Q. Q. I had hepatitis A in the past, can I get it again??
  Ans: No. Once you recover from hepatitis A, you develop antibodies that protect you from the virus for life. An antibody is a substance found in the blood which is produced by the body in response to a virus. Antibodies protect the body from disease by attaching to the virus and destroying it.
• Q. Q. How long does hepatitis A virus survive outside the body??
  Ans: The hepatitis A virus can survive for months outside the body. However, the virus can get destroyed at high temperatures, such as boiling or cooking food/liquids for at least 1 minute at 185°F (85°C), although freezing temperatures do not have any effect on it.
• Q. Q. Does Biovac A Vaccine cause fever??
  Ans: Yes, mild fever may occur after administering Biovac A Vaccine. Contact your doctor if your fever worsens or does not go away.
• Q. Q. Is Biovac A Vaccine necessary??
  Ans: Although not mandatory, Biovac A Vaccine is recommended if you're travelling to countries where there are poor levels of sanitation and hygiene, and cases of hepatitis A are common.

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