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Haemophilus B Conjugate (Prp-T) Vaccine / Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine Dosage

Applies to the following strengths: type C and Y

Usual Pediatric Dose for Haemophilus influenzae Prophylaxis

Three dose primary series, ages 2 to 12 months:
Three 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 1 month between doses

Two dose primary series, ages 3 to 12 months:
Two 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 2 months between doses

Primary series in preterm infants born between 25 and 36 weeks gestational age, administered between 2 and 12 months of age:
Three 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 2 months between doses

Booster dose, given between 1 and 2 years of age:
One 0.5 mL dose, at least 6 months after the 3 dose primary vaccination series (or 5 months after the 2 dose primary series).

Comments:

Usual Pediatric Dose for Meningococcal Meningitis Prophylaxis

Three dose primary series, ages 2 to 12 months:
Three 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 1 month between doses

Two dose primary series, ages 3 to 12 months:
Two 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 2 months between doses

Primary series in preterm infants born between 25 and 36 weeks gestational age, administered between 2 and 12 months of age:
Three 0.5 mL doses intramuscularly with at least 2 months between doses

Booster dose, given between 1 and 2 years of age:
One 0.5 mL dose, at least 6 months after the 3 dose primary vaccination series (or 5 months after the 2 dose primary series).

Comments:

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:


Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients older than 2 years.

Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the Yellow Card Scheme: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.