Ixiaro Side Effects

Generic name: japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2

Note: This document contains side effect information about japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Ixiaro.

Some side effects of Ixiaro 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 japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2: intramuscular suspension

You should not receive a booster vaccine if you had a life-threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.

Keep track of any and all side effects you have after receiving this vaccine. When you receive a booster dose, you will need to tell the doctor if the previous shot caused any side effects.

Becoming infected with Japanese encephalitis is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine. However, like any medicine, this vaccine can cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2 (the active ingredient contained in Ixiaro) hives; difficulty breathing; dizziness, weakness, fast heart rate; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects of japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2 may include:

• headache, tired feeling;

• muscle pain, back pain;

• low fever, chills, flu symptoms;

• cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, cough;

• mild itching or skin rash;

• nausea, diarrhea; or

• pain, redness, tenderness, or a hard lump where the shot was given.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1 800 822 7967.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to japanese encephalitis virus vaccine sa14-14-2: intramuscular suspension

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache.

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal side effects have included myalgia and back pain.

Local

Local side effects have included pain, tenderness, pruritus, erythema, induration, and edema.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included nasopharyngitis, rhinitis, upper respiratory tract infection, pharyngolaryngeal pain, and cough.

Gastrointestinal

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

General

General side effects have included fatigue, influenza-like illness, and pyrexia.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included rash.

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