Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine
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Overview
Cervarix vaccine is used in girls and young women ages 9 through 25 to prevent cervical cancer caused by certain types of HPV (types 16 and 18).
Human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause genital warts, cancer of the cervix , anal cancer , and various cancers of the vulva or vagina.
Cervarix is used only in females. Other HPV vaccines (Gardasil and Gardasil 9) are used in both females and males. This medication guide provides information only for Cervarix.
You may receive Cervarix even if you have already had a positive HPV test or abnormal pap smear in the past. However, this vaccine will not treat HPV-related cancers, and it will not cure HPV infection.
Cervarix only prevents diseases caused by HPV types 16 and 18. It will not prevent diseases caused by other types of HPV.
Cervarix is for use only in females, but other available HPV vaccines can be used in males. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends HPV vaccine for all boys and girls ages 11 or 12 years old. The vaccine is also recommended in teenage boys and girls who have not already received the vaccine or have not completed all booster shots.
Like any vaccine, the Cervarix may not provide protection from disease in every person.
Indications
Cervarix vaccine is used in girls and young women ages 9 through 25 to prevent cervical cancer caused by certain types of HPV (types 16 and 18).
Human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause genital warts, cancer of the cervix , anal cancer , and various cancers of the vulva or vagina.
Cervarix is used only in females. Other HPV vaccines (Gardasil and Gardasil 9) are used in both females and males. This medication guide provides information only for Cervarix.
You may receive Cervarix even if you have already had a positive HPV test or abnormal pap smear in the past. However, this vaccine will not treat HPV-related cancers, and it will not cure HPV infection.
Cervarix only prevents diseases caused by HPV types 16 and 18. It will not prevent diseases caused by other types of HPV.
Cervarix is for use only in females, but other available HPV vaccines can be used in males. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends HPV vaccine for all boys and girls ages 11 or 12 years old. The vaccine is also recommended in teenage boys and girls who have not already received the vaccine or have not completed all booster shots.
Like any vaccine, the Cervarix may not provide protection from disease in every person.
Contraindications
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine is contraindicated in conditions like Anaphylactic reactions,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Cervarix: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Keep track of any and all side effects you have after receiving Cervarix. When you receive a booster dose, you will need to tell the doctor if the previous shot caused any side effects.
You may feel faint after receiving Cervarix. Some people have had seizure-like reactions after receiving a human papilloma virus vaccine. Your doctor may want you to remain under observation during the first 15 minutes after the injection.
Developing cancer from HPV is much more dangerous to your health than receiving the vaccine to protect against it. However, like any medicine, Cervarix can cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low.
Common Cervarix side effects may include:
pain, swelling, or redness where the shot was given; headache, tired feeling; joint or muscle pain; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain; or swollen glands.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
You should not receive a booster vaccine if you have had a life-threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.
You may feel faint after receiving Cervarix. Some people have had seizure-like reactions after receiving this vaccine.
High Risk Groups
You should not receive a booster vaccine if you have had a life-threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.
You may feel faint after receiving Cervarix. Some people have had seizure-like reactions after receiving this vaccine.
Adult Dosage
0.5 mL (0.5 (0.5)) As recommended. IM — Usual Adult Dose for Human Papillomavirus Prophylaxis: Repeat dose in 2 months and 6 months for a total of 3 doses.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Other drugs may interact with HPV bivalent vaccine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Storage
Inj Store Below 15°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
2 active brands listed alphabetically.
CERVARIX
ActiveGLAXOSMITHKLINE
DML: CERVARIX
Inj
GARDASIL
ActiveMERCK SHARP & DHOME OF PAKISTAN LTD.
DML: GARDASIL
Inj
