engerix-b
Warnings
What may interact with Engerix-B?
-medicines that suppress your immune function like adalimumab, anakinra, infliximab
-medicines to treat cancer
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Engerix-B?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-fever, infection
-heart disease
-hepatitis B infection
-immune system problems
-kidney disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, yeast, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Engerix-B?
See your health care provider for all shots of this vaccine as directed. You must have 3 shots of this vaccine for protection from hepatitis B infection. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious or unusual side effects after getting this vaccine.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
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