Japanese Encephalitis Virus Vaccine, Inactivated Adsorbed (Intramuscular Route)

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Japanese Encephalitis Virus Vaccine, Inactivated Adsorbed (Intramuscular Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Ixiaro

Description

Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine, inactivated adsorbed (IXIARO(R)) is used to prevent infection caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus. It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the virus.

Japanese encephalitis is caused by the bite of a mosquito that lives in certain parts of Asia. It is a serious infection that can cause flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, tiredness, headache, nausea, and vomiting), confusion, agitation, brain damage, and possibly death. This vaccine does not protect against encephalitis caused by other viruses.

This vaccine is only available from your doctor or other authorized health care professional.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Suspension
Before Using

DR602923

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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