ActHIB Side Effects

Generic name: haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine

Note: This document contains side effect information about haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name ActHIB.

Some side effects of ActHIB may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine: intramuscular powder for injection

Keep track of any and all side effects your child has after receiving this vaccine. When the child receives another haemophilus B vaccine in the future, you will need to tell the child's doctor if the first shot caused any side effects.

Becoming infected with haemophilus B is much more dangerous to your child's health than receiving the vaccine to protect against it. Like any medicine, this vaccine can cause side effects, but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low.

Get emergency medical help if your child has any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if your child has any of these serious side effects:

• extreme drowsiness, fainting;

• fussiness, irritability, crying for an hour or longer;

• seizure (black-out or convulsions); or

• high fever (within a few hours or a few days after the vaccine).

Less serious side effects of haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine (the active ingredient contained in ActHIB) may include:

• redness, pain, swelling, or a lump where the shot was given;

• low fever;

• mild fussiness or crying;

• joint pain, body aches;

• drowsiness; or

• diarrhea.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine: intramuscular powder for injection

Local

Local side effects have included local pain, redness, swelling, tenderness at the injection site.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included irritability, drowsiness, and lethargy.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included anorexia, vomiting, and diarrhea.

General

General side effects have included fever greater than 100.8°F, persistent crying, and unusual crying.

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