Meningococcal vaccine and haemophilus b vaccine (Intramuscular)
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 29, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Menhibrix
Uses for meningococcal vaccine and haemophilus b vaccine
Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine and Haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is an active immunizing combination agent that is used to prevent infection caused by certain groups of meningococcal bacteria and Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) bacteria. The vaccine works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease.
The following information applies only to the meningococcal vaccine used for meningococcal bacteria Groups C and Y
Menhibrix® vaccine is recommended for use in children 6 weeks to 18 months of age.
This vaccine is to be administered only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
Before using meningococcal vaccine and haemophilus b vaccine
In deciding to use a vaccine, the risks of taking the vaccine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this vaccine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to meningococcal vaccine and haemophilus b vaccine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Menhibrix® vaccine in infants younger than 6 weeks of age and in children 19 months to 16 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of Menhibrix® vaccine in geriatric patients.
Breastfeeding
Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Other medical problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this vaccine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Apnea in premature babies (breathing stops for short periods)—Use with caution. Shots given into the muscle, such as this vaccine, may make this condition worse.
- Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS, nervous system disorder that causes paralysis), history of after a vaccine with tetanus—Your doctor will decide if your child shoul...
