Warnings


What may interact with Imovax?

-antimalarial drugs
-etanercept
-immune globulins
-infliximab
-medicines for organ transplant
-medicines to treat cancer
-other vaccines
-some medicines for arthritis
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone

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

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-bleeding disorder
-cancer
-HIV or AIDS
-immune system problems
-low blood counts, like low white cell, platelet, or red cell counts
-recent or ongoing radiation therapy
-take medicines that treat or prevent blood clots
-an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, albumin, eggs, neomycin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Imovax?

This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.

Where should I keep my medicine?

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