Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine helps protect against hepatitis A and hepatitis B infections.
Hepatitis A and hepatitis B are contagious liver infections.
Hepatitis A virus spreads through the intake of contaminated food or water.
Hepatitis B virus spreads through contact with blood and body fluids of an infected person.
Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine is given intramuscularly (into the muscle, usually into the muscles of the thigh or upper arm).
A doctor or nurse will administer this vaccine for you.
Your doctor will advise you on the course of your vaccination.
Ensure that you keep all appointments with the doctor so that you do not miss any doses.
If you miss an appointment or an injection, alert your doctor or nurse. A replacement appointment or injection should be given as soon as possible.
Do not use this vaccine if you ever had an allergic reaction (rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes) to Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine or any of the ingredients of the vaccine.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- weak immune system
- bleeding problems
- moderate or severe acute illness (with or without fever)
- conditions causing a weak immune system e.g. cancer
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine may cause any of the following side effects: fever, headache, muscle pain, diarrhoea, nausea, dizziness, stomach pain, vomiting, and pain, redness, swelling and burning sensation at the injection site.
Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of the following:
- rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes
- bleeding or bruising
- temporary loss of consciousness; fainting or passing out
Inform the doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any of these medicines:
- blood-thinning medicines
- medicines used in organ transplants or certain immune disorders
This list does not include all medicines that may interact with Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine.
Always notify the doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Avoid alcohol.
Store in the refrigerator, between 2-8 °C.
Do not freeze Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine, otherwise, it will no longer be effective and should not be used.
Protect from light.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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