Hepashield 20 Injection Information

Hepashield 20 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatitis B.

The right dosage of Hepashield 20 Injection 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hepashield 20 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Hepashield 20 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Hepashield 20 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Hepashield 20 Injection related warnings talks about Hepashield 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hepashield 20 Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Hepashield 20 Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hepashield 20 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Hepashield Benefits & Uses
Hepashield Dosage & How to Take
Hepashield Side Effects
Hepashield Related Warnings
Hepashield Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hepashield
Hepashield Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hepashield 20 Injection Benefits & Uses

Hepashield 20 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis B

Hepashield 20 Injection 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

Hepashield 20 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Hepashield 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Hepashield may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hepashield again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Hepashield 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Hepashield may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepashield 20 Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Hepashield does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepashield 20 Injection on the Liver?

Hepashield is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepashield 20 Injection on the Heart?

Hepashield is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Hepashield 20 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hepashield 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Hemophilia
Kidney Disease
Fever
Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Hepashield 20 Injection

Is this Hepashield 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Hepashield 20 Injection is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Hepashield 20 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Hepashield 20 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Hepashield 20 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Hepashield 20 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hepashield 20 Injection

You can take Hepashield 20 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepashield 20 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hepashield 20 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown