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BioHib Vaccine

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:07 AM (IST)
BioHib Vaccine is an active immunizing agent. It is used to prevent infection caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) bacteria. The vaccine helps to protect the body against the disease.
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General Information

Contains

Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine (NA)

Marketer

Bharat Biotech

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

BioHib Vaccine is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is important that the child receives all the doses of the vaccine in this series.

Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), diarrhea, loss of appetite, and vomiting. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.

Uses of BioHib Injection

Benefits of BioHib Injection

Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacteria responsible for severe pneumonia (lung infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain), and other diseases that are caused in children aged less than 5 years. It is transmitted through the respiratory tract from infected to those individuals who are at risk of getting the infection. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side effects of BioHib Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of BioHib
  • Injection site swelling
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fever
  • Injection site pain
  • Drowsiness
  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Diarrhea

How to use BioHib Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How BioHib Injection works

BioHib Vaccine is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

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Quick tips

  • If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
  • You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
  • If you experience diarrhea or vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BioHib Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of BioHib Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of BioHib Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether BioHib Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BioHib Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of BioHib Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BioHib Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of BioHib Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

BioHib Vaccine should be given to all children aged 6 weeks through 4 years. Individuals more than 5 years of age, usually do not need it, unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
BioHib Vaccine is stored at a temperature between 2 to 8 degrees centigrade, away from direct sunlight, whether packed or reconstituted. However, after reconstitution, it needs to be administered within 24 hours. Any unused vaccine needs to be discarded if unused. It should not be freezed.
BioHib Vaccine should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscularly) of the thigh or upper arm. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from BioHib Vaccine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Vaccines

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

VACCINES

Action Class

Subunit (Purified antigen)

References

  1. Kelly DF, Moxon ER, Pollard AJ. Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccines. Immunology.
  2. Immunology. 2004;113(2):163-74. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Mayo Clinic. Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Intramuscular Route). [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Haemophilus Type B Conjugate Vaccine. Glaxo Smith Kline Biologicals; 2105. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases "The Pink Book" 9th Edition. Haemophilus influenzae Type B. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Bharat Biotech
Address: Genome Valley Shameerpet, Hyderabad – 500 078 Telagana INDIA

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Country of origin: India
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