Warnings


What may interact with Havrix?

-medicines to treat cancer
-medicines that suppress your immune function like adalimumab, anakinra, etanercept, infliximab
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Havrix?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-bleeding disorder
-fever or infection
-heart disease
-immune system problems
-an unusual or allergic reaction to hepatitis A vaccine, latex, neomycin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Havrix?

See your health care provider for a booster shot of this vaccine as directed. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious or unusual side effects after getting this vaccine.

You will not have protection from the hepatitis A virus for at least 8 to 10 days after your first injection. The length of time you will have protection from hepatitis A virus infection is not known. Check with your doctor if you have questions about your immunity. See your doctor before you travel out of the country.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.