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Hib Vaccine

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

AMBULATORY CARE:

The Hib vaccine

is an injection given in 3 or 4 doses to help prevent a Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection. Hib is a common bacterial infection that spreads when a person coughs, sneezes, or shares utensils. The Hib vaccine is often given with polio, hepatitis B, pneumococcal, and DTaP vaccines. Your child may need these or other childhood vaccines at certain ages.

Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:

Seek care immediately if:

Call your child's doctor if:

Who should get the Hib vaccine:

Treatment options

The following list of medications are in some way related to or used in the treatment of this condition.

If your child misses a dose of the Hib vaccine

, ask his or her doctor when to get a catch-up dose.

Who should not get the Hib vaccine or should wait to get it:

Your child should not get the Hib vaccine if he or she had an allergic reaction to the vaccine. Your child should not get the vaccine if he or she is allergic to latex, gelatin, thimerosal (mercury), or any other part of the vaccine. Tell your child's healthcare provider about all of your child's allergies. If your child is sick or has a fever, wait until he or she recovers before getting the vaccine.

Apply a warm compress

to the injection area as directed to decrease pain and swelling.

Follow up with your child's doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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