Hib
Protects against Hib, a bacteria that causes meningitis in young children.
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Also known as: Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine
The Hib vaccine protects against Haemophilus influenzae type b, a bacterium that was once a leading cause of meningitis and of a dangerous throat swelling called epiglottitis in children under five. Routine Hib vaccination has made both rare. It is given as a standalone injection in schedules such as the US and Philippines, and is one of the components inside the Pentavalent and Hexavalent combination vaccines used elsewhere.
What it protects against
When it's given
Ages follow India schedules. Your pediatrician may adjust timing for your child.
How it's given
Injection, in the thigh in infants and the upper arm in older children.
Side effects & safety
Redness or tenderness where the injection was given, and sometimes a mild fever, settling within a day or two.
Most babies have little or no reaction. Any soreness or fever tends to be brief.
When to call your doctor: if fever exceeds 40°C, lasts more than 2 days, or your child seems unusually unwell.
Alternatives & related vaccines
Common questions
Sources
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