Havrix Side Effects
Generic name: hepatitis a adult vaccine
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 8, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Havrix.
Applies to hepatitis a adult vaccine: intramuscular solution, intramuscular suspension Side Effects associated with hepatitis a adult vaccine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Havrix.
Applies to hepatitis a adult vaccine: intramuscular solution, intramuscular suspension.
Precautions
It is very important that you or your child return to your doctor’s office at the right time for the second dose. Be sure to notify your doctor of any unwanted effects that occur after you or your child receive this vaccine.
This vaccine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you or your child have a rash, itching, swelling of the tongue and throat, or trouble breathing after you get the injection.
Tell your doctor if you or your child are allergic to latex. The needle cover and the rubber plunger of the prefilled syringe contain dry natural latex rubber, which may cause an allergic reaction in people with a latex allergy.
This vaccine may not protect you against hepatitis A infection if you are already infected with the virus at the time you receive the shot.
Serious side effects of Havrix
Along with its needed effects, hepatitis a adult vaccine (the active ingredient contained in Havrix) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking hepatitis a adult vaccine:
More common side effects
- fever more than 99.5 degrees F
- general feeling of discomfort or illness
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare side effects
- body aches or pain
- chills
- congestion
- cough
- difficulty with breathing or swallowing
- dryness or soreness of the throat
- ear congestion
- headache
- hives
- hoarseness
- itching, especially of the feet or hands
- loss of voice
- nasal congestion
- reddening of the skin, especially around the ears
- runny nose
- shortness of breath
- sneezing
- sore throat
- swelling of the eyes, face, or inside of the nose
- swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
- tender, swollen glands in the neck
- tightness in the chest
- unusual tiredness or weakness (sudden and severe)
- voice changes
- wheezing
Incidence not known
- abdominal or stomach pain
- agitation
- back pain
- black, tarry stools
- bleeding gums
- blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
- blood in the urine or stools
- blurred vision
- burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings in the hands, arms, feet, or legs
- clay-colored stools
- coma
- confusion
- dark urine
- diarrhea
- difficulty controlling your bladder or bowels
- difficulty with walking
- dizziness
- drowsiness
- fainting
- fast heartbeat
- feeling of discomfort
- feeling sad or depressed
- flu-like symptoms
- forgetful
- hallucinations
- inability to move the arms and legs
- increased sweating
- inflammation of the joints
- joint or muscle pain
- large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
- loss of appetite
- muscle aches or cramps
- nausea
- pinpoint red spots on the skin
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- rash
- red, irritated eyes
- seizures
- sensation of pins and needles
- shakiness and unsteady walk
- slurred speech
- sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
- stabbing pain
- stiff neck
- sudden numbness and weakness in the arms and legs
- swollen lymph glands
- unpleasant breath odor
- unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- vomiting of blood
- yellow eyes or skin
Other side effects of Havrix
Some side effects of hepatitis a adult vaccine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common side effects
- pain, redness, swelling, or lumps at the injection site
- weight loss
Less common side effects
- arm pain
- bleeding between periods
- change in the amount of bleeding during periods
- change in the pattern of monthly periods
- lack or loss of strength
- tenderness or warmth at the injection site
- unusual stopping of menstrual bleeding
Rare side effects
- change in color vision
- change in taste
- collection of blood under the skin
- deep, dark purple bruise
- difficulty seeing at night
- difficulty with moving
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- excessive muscle tone
- feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
- increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
- loss of taste
- muscle tension or tightness
- sensation of spinning
- sleeplessness
- trouble with sleeping
- unable to sleep
- welts
Incidence not known
- bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site
- sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
For healthcare professionals
Applies to hepatitis a adult vaccine: intramuscular suspension.
General adverse events
The most common adverse events were injection site reactions, irritability, drowsiness, loss of appetite and headache.[Ref]
Local
- Very common (10% or more): Injection site soreness (56%), injection site pain (24.3%), injection site redness (22.8%)
- Common (1% to 10%): Induration and swelling of the injection site
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Injection site hematoma
- Postmarketing reports: Injection site reaction[Ref]
Nervous system
- Very common (10% or more): Drowsiness (22.3%), headache (14%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dysgeusia, hypertonia, vertigo, seizure
- Postmarketing reports: Convulsion, dizziness, encephalopathy, Guillain-Barre syndrome, hypoesthesia, multiple sclerosis, myelitis, neuropathy, paresthesia, somnolence, syncope[Ref]
Other
- Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue, fever over 99.5F, malaise
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Creatine phosphokinase increased
- Postmarketing reports: Congenital anomaly, influenza-like symptoms[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
- Common (1% to 10%): Nausea
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting[Ref]
Metabolic
- Very common (10% or more): Loss of appetite (19.9%)
- Common (1% to 10%): Anorexia[Ref]
Dermatologic
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pruritus, rash, urticaria
- Postmarketing reports: Angioedema, erythema multiforme, hyperhidrosis[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Arthralgia, myalgia
- Postmarketing reports: Musculoskeletal stiffness, chills[Ref]
Hematologic
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Lymphadenopathy
- Postmarketing reports: Thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Immunologic
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection
- Postmarketing reports: Rhinitis[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
- Postmarketing reports: Anaphylactic reaction, anaphylactoid reaction, serum sickness-like syndrome[Ref]
Psychiatric
- Very common (10% or more): Irritability (33.3%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Insomnia[Ref]
Hepatic
- Postmarketing reports: Hepatitis, jaundice[Ref]
Cardiovascular
- Postmarketing reports: Vasculitis[Ref]
Respiratory
- Postmarketing reports: Dyspnea[Ref]
Ocular
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Photophobia[Ref]
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References
1. "Product Information. Havrix (HepA) (hepatitis A adult vaccine)." SmithKline Beecham
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