Is Hexyon vaccine safe?

Hexyon® has a good reactogenicity/safety profile. The immunogenicity and safety profile of Hexyon® was similar to that of several approved vaccines, including Infanrix hexa™. However, Hexyon® offers the convenience of full-liquid, ready-to-use formulation, which may minimize vaccination errors and preparation time.

What is Hexacima vaccine?

Hexacima is a vaccine containing active substances derived from diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and Haemophilus influenzae type b bacteria, the hepatitis B virus, and inactivated polioviruses.

What are the side effects of hexavalent vaccine?

Common reactions to the 6-in-1 vaccine

pain, redness and swelling at the injection site.
fever (high temperature above 38C) – more common at the second and third dose.
vomiting.
abnormal crying.
irritability.
loss of appetite.

Do adults need Hep B vaccine?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends hepatitis B vaccine for all persons 0–18 years of age. CDC also recommends hepatitis B vaccination for all adults who are in risk groups for hepatitis B virus infection, as well as for any adults who want to be protected from hepatitis B.