ActHIB is a vaccine that can be used alone or in combination to protect children against certain illnesses. This eMedTV segment describes this vaccination in detail, with information on how it is administered, possible side effects, and more.
In clinical studies, possible side effects of ActHIB included irritability, lethargy, and drowsiness. This eMedTV page lists other problems children might experience with this vaccine, including potentially serious ones that require prompt medical care.
The ActHIB vaccine can provide protection against a wide range of diseases, from pneumonia to endocarditis. This eMedTV article describes at length the various uses for ActHIB, with information on how it works and the age groups it is approved for.
Guidelines for ActHIB dosing call for a series of four shots, given at 2, 4, 6, and 15 to 18 months of age. This eMedTV resource outlines exactly how the ActHIB vaccine should be given, including a delayed schedule and when it should be postponed.
This eMedTV page explains that because immunosuppressants can react with ActHIB, children taking such drugs may not experience the full benefit of the vaccine. Additional ActHIB drug interactions are described, which should be discussed with your doctor.
This eMedTV Web segment explains that children who have had serious reactions to vaccines may need to avoid ActHIB. Precautions and warnings with this vaccination also apply to children with certain bleeding disorders or immunosuppressive conditions.
Because it is a biologic medication, generic versions of ActHIB are currently unavailable. This eMedTV resource describes the laws and regulations surrounding biopharmaceuticals that prevent generic formulas from being manufactured.
