Cervavac Vaccine
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Serum Institute Of India Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (Types 6, 11, 16, and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant (20mcg) |
Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
Chemical Class | Vaccines |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | VACCINES |
Action Class | Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine |
User Rating | 4.6 |
User Reviews | 405 |
FAQ
Cervavac Vaccine Reviews
Cervavac Vaccine is administered by injection to people aged between 9 and 45 years. The injection will be given in two or three doses several months apart. It is given by your doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. If you do not have all the doses you need, you will not be fully protected against HPV so make sure you turn up for all your injections.
The most common side effects are headache, fever, nausea, dizziness, and pain or swelling at the injection site. They are usually mild and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Before having this vaccine, tell your doctor if you have ever fainted with a previous injection or if you have a weak immune system. Ask your doctor if it is safe to have the vaccine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This vaccine is not an alternative to routine cervical screening. You should still turn up for all scheduled appointments.
How Cervavac Vaccine Works
How to Use Cervavac Vaccine
Benefits of Cervavac Vaccine
- In Prevention of HPV-associated cancers: HPV can cause many cancers and pre-cancerous lesions in female genitals and is responsible for the majority of cervical and anal cancers. This vaccine is intended to prevent these and not to treat them. It is normally given between the ages of 9 and 45. The vaccine works by increasing your body’s natural defence (immunity) against the human papillomavirus. It does not protect against all types of HPV – only the types in the vaccine. This vaccine is normally given in two or three doses by injection separated by several months. It will be given by a doctor or nurse. You must make sure you receive all doses in order to be protected. HPV vaccines are considered very safe and the benefits far outweigh the potential health risk.
- In Prevention of Genital warts (Skin bumps on or around the genital or anal area): HPV is also the main cause of genital warts. This vaccine is intended to prevent and not treat it. The vaccine works by increasing your body’s immunity against the human papillomavirus. This vaccine given by a doctor or nurse. You must make sure you receive all doses in order to be protected.HPV vaccines are considered very safe and the benefits far outweigh the potential health risk. This vaccine has been studied in many thousands of people and shown to be highly effective in reducing HPV infections.
Uses of Cervavac Vaccine
- Prevention of HPV-associated cancers
- Prevention of Genital warts (Skin bumps on or around the genital or anal area)
Cervavac Vaccine Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It is necessary that you complete the full vaccination course. Even if you forget to take a dose, you can just resume from where you left off. Consult with your doctor if you can resume.
- Cervavac Vaccine helps protect against diseases caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) such as genital warts and certain types of cancer such as cervical cancer.
- It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
- If you are 9 to 14 years of age, you will be given a 2 dose schedule (0 and 6 months). If you are 15 years or above, you will be given a 3 dose schedule (0,1, and 6 months).
- It does not protect against every type of HPV. Take precautions against sexually transmitted diseases and follow your doctor’s advice.
- Inform your doctor if you have a bleeding disorder or if you are taking medicines such as high doses of corticosteroids or immunosuppressants .
- Remain seated for at least 15 minutes after the injection as it may cause dizziness or fainting.
- It does not cure an existing HPV infection. But, it can protect you from other strains of HPV.
References
- Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (Types 6, 11, 16, and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant [Prescribing Information]. Thane, Maharashtra: MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.; 2016.
- Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 200-201.
- Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (Types 6, 11, 16, and 18) Vaccine. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp; 2006 [revised Apr. 2015].