Typhim Vi

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Typhim Vi Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Typhoid vaccine cell; surface purified Vi polysaccharide 25micrograms per 0.5mL; soln; for IM inj; contains phenol.

How Supplied

Syringe (0.5mL)—1
Multidose vials—contact manufacturer

Manufacturer

Typhim Vi Indications

Indications

Immunization against typhoid fever.

Typhim Vi Dosage and Administration

Adult

Give at least 2 weeks before expected exposure; may repeat every 2 years. Adults: 0.5mL IM once in deltoid.

Children

≥2yrs: 0.5mL in deltoid or vastus lateralis.

Typhim Vi Contraindications

Contraindications

Not for use in chronic carriers or patients with active infection.

Typhim Vi Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Typhim Vi Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Have epinephrine (1:1000) inj available. Immunocompromised states. Previous typhoid vaccination. Thrombocytopenia. Coagulopathies. Acute infection. Active febrile illness. Exposure to contaminated food and water should be avoided. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

Typhim Vi Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Typhim Vi Interactions

Typhim Vi Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Local reactions, malaise, headache, GI upset, myalgia, fever.

Typhim Vi Clinical Trials

See Literature

Typhim Vi Note

Not Applicable

Typhim Vi Patient Counseling

See Literature