Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection is a medicine used for prevention of tuberculosis. It helps in preventing serious forms of childhood tuberculosis. It is generally given at birth or at first contact till 1 year of age in children. Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse. It should not be self-administered at home. It is especially important to get vaccinated with this medicine if your child is at high risk for exposure to tuberculosis. Using of this medicine can cause mild local reactions at the site of injection such as pain, swelling, and redness. It is usually temporary and resolve with time without any treatment. However, if any of the side effects bothers you, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms. Before having the injection, it is important to let the doctor know if the child has any other illness or if he/she have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may also react with the vaccine, so let your doctor know of all the other medications your child is taking.

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• Q. Q. What is the Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection and why is it given??
  Ans: Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection, is a vaccine given for the prevention of tuberculosis (TB) disease. It is given to prevent childhood tuberculous meningitis and miliary disease, in many countries with a high prevalence of TB to ensure protection against the disease.
• Q. Q. When should you get Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection??
  Ans: Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection should be given if you live in close contact with or around someone who has Tuberculosis (TB). It contains bacteria similar to TB bacteria, that have been modified to reduce the risk of infection, yet stimulating the immune system sufficiently to ensure protection against TB. This way Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection will help your body develop immunity against TB. However, it will not treat you if you have an active TB infection.
• Q. Q. What are the side effects of Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection??
  Ans: The most common side effects of Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection are injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve in sometime. But, if they don’t or if you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. At what age should Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection be given??
  Ans: Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection is recommended for the prevention of TB in infants as soon as after birth and may be given to children who are younger than 12 months old. However, it may be given to children older than 12 months and to adults too.
• Q. Q. How is Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection given??
  Ans: Humogen-BCG 40mg Injection is given intradermally (under the skin) by a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. Usually it is given to infants as soon as possible after birth, but it may be given at a later age too. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

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