Hepagen Plus Vaccine Information

Hepagen Plus Vaccine is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatitis B.

The right dosage of Hepagen Plus Vaccine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Hepagen Plus Vaccine have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Hepagen Plus Vaccine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Hepagen Plus Vaccine has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Hepagen Plus Vaccine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Hepagen Plus Vaccine related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Hepagen Plus Vaccine have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Hepagen Plus Vaccine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Hepagen Plus Vaccine, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Hepagen Plus Benefits & Uses
Hepagen Plus Dosage & How to Take
Hepagen Plus Side Effects
Hepagen Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Hepagen Plus with Other Drugs
Hepagen Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hepagen Plus
Hepagen Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hepagen Plus Vaccine Benefits & Uses

Hepagen Plus Vaccine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis B

Hepagen Plus Vaccine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose given at 0, 1, and 6 month interval

Hepagen Plus Vaccine Related Warnings

Is the use of Hepagen Plus Vaccine safe for pregnant women?

Hepagen Plus may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Hepagen Plus, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Hepagen Plus Vaccine safe during breastfeeding?

Hepagen Plus may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepagen Plus Vaccine on the Kidneys?

Hepagen Plus is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepagen Plus Vaccine on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Hepagen Plus on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepagen Plus Vaccine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Hepagen Plus for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hepagen Plus Vaccine with Other Drugs

Hepagen Plus Vaccine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Prednisolone

Dexamethasone

Betamethasone

Fluorouracil

Hepagen Plus Vaccine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hepagen Plus Vaccine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Hemophilia
Kidney Disease
Fever
Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Hepagen Plus Vaccine

Is this Hepagen Plus Vaccine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Hepagen Plus Vaccine.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Hepagen Plus Vaccine as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Hepagen Plus Vaccine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hepagen Plus Vaccine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hepagen Plus Vaccine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hepagen Plus Vaccine

Taking Hepagen Plus Vaccine with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepagen Plus Vaccine

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hepagen Plus Vaccine with alcohol will be.

Unknown