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Hepabsv 100Iu Injection

Manufacturer :  Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Hepatitis Immunoglobulin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Hepabsv 100Iu Injection

Hepabsv 100Iu Injection is a compound made from human plasma, and contains proteins which help in protecting against Hepatitis B, which is liver inflammation. It is used effectively in protecting people who receive liver transplants, as well as infants born to the mothers who are already infected with Hepatitis B.

This medicine is also used to prevent people exposed to the Hepatitis B virus via sexual contact or sharing of contaminated blood products from contracting Hepatitis B. It is not a standard vaccine, and is not meant for long-term usage in treating Hepatitis B.

This medicine has a few side effects, such as increased formation of blood clots, especially in a person with a history of heart diseases. If a person has any history of blood clots, or if they use blood thinners, or if they take birth control pills or other hormone supplements, then they need to tell their doctor accordingly before Hepabsv 100Iu Injection can be administered to them.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Hepabsv 100Iu Injection

    • Prevention Of Hepatitis B Infection

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Hepabsv 100Iu Injection ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Hepabsv 100Iu Injection ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Hepabsv 100Iu Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      The active constituents of this medication are expected to be secreted into the breast-feeding mother. This contributes to the neonate protection from the pathogen getting entry from the mucosal portal.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      As the intake of this medication leads to dizziness, thus caution must be taken while driving.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The action is initiated just after the administration of this medication.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of action of this medication may vary from person to person. On an average it shows action till one month.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Hepatitis Immunoglobulin, please consult your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is administered to provide passive immunization to the population from the hepatitis B virus. Its action is produced by binding to the antigen surface and also leads to a marked reduction in the rate of hepatitis B infection and liver cancer.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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