Cervarix Vaccine 1Dose 0.5Ml provides protection against human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes cervical cancer in women.
Indications for Use of Cervarix 0.5 ml
Cervarix is a vaccine used to prevent cervical cancer. It can be administered to females from the age of 9 years to protect against HPV-related cancers.
Dosage and Administration of Cervarix vaccine
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Ages 9–14 years: Two doses of 0.5 ml each. The second dose is given 5–13 months after the first dose.
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Ages 15 years and older: Three doses of 0.5 ml each. The second dose is given 1 month after the first dose, and the third dose 6 months after the first dose.
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Cervarix is administered via intramuscular injection into the deltoid muscle (upper arm).
Side Effects of Cervarix
Common side effects may include:
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
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Itching
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Skin rash
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Joint pain
Contraindications
Do not use Cervarix vaccine in cases of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Warnings and Precautions
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Fainting may occur after vaccination, particularly in adolescents, as a psychological response to needle injection.
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The vaccine protects only against HPV types 16 and 18.
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Cervarix is preventive; it does not treat existing HPV infection or cancers caused by HPV.
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Avoid use during pregnancy or when planning to become pregnant.
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Consult a doctor before receiving Cervarix during breastfeeding.
Storage Instructions
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Store in a refrigerator at 2–8°C.
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Do not freeze.
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Keep in the original packaging, protected from light.
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Use immediately after opening. If not used right away, keep refrigerated. Discard if not used within 6 hours.