Hiberix
This is a Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) vaccine.
Ingredients:
Active ingredients:
A purified sugar from the capsule (outer layer) of the Haemophilus influenzae type B bacterium. This sugar is conjugated (attached) to tetanus toxoid (not toxin) in order to improve the immune response to the sugar
Inactive ingredients:
Amounts are based on a 0.5 mL dose
Carbohydrates: normally used as stabilizers in vaccines
Other:
Relevant Terms
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Antibody: a protein made by the immune system in response to a foreign particle (antigen). These proteins circulate in the blood and help defend the body against the substance.
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Antigen: This is any substance that triggers the immune system to create antibodies. For example, allergens such as pollen are antigens.
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Bacterium: the singular of bacteria (one bacterium, two bacteria)
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Carbohydrates: another word for sugars
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Conjugate: An antigen is attached to a protein in order to improve the protection the vaccine provides.
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pH: a measure of how acidic or basic a solution is. The scale ranges from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic). A pH of 7 is neutral.
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Toxoid: an inactive version of a toxin produced by a bacterium. The body is able to make antitoxin without being exposed to the actual toxin. Toxoids are not toxic.
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Last updated: Feb. 20, 2023