INDICATION

Hepatitis B vaccine is indicated for active immunisation against hepatitis B infection in subjects considered at risk of exposure to HBV-positive material.

ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION

Intramuscular.

DOSAGE

Pediatric dose vaccine: 10 mcg dose (in 0.5 ml suspension) is recommended for neonates, infants, children and adolescents upto 19 years of age.
Adult dose vaccine: 20 mcg dose (1.0 ml suspension) is recommended for adults aged 20 years and above

IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE

• A series of 3 shots can prevent this serious disease
• 6, 10, 14 weeks OR 0, 6, 14 weeks for infants
• 0, 1, 6 months for children, adolescents and adults
• 0, 1, 2 months (for rapid protection)