About Twinrix®
- The Twinrix® vaccine works by helping your body produce its own protection (antibodies) against hepatitis A and B.
- Twinrix® may be used in adults, adolescents, and children between the ages of 1 and 18 years.
- Twinrix® is administered as an intramuscular injection by a healthcare professional.
- In clinical trials, side effects that occurred in adults and children were:
- Very common (more than 10% of doses) – pain or discomfort, redness at the injection site, and tiredness.
- Common (1-10% of doses) – headache, malaise, nausea, swelling at the injection site, and vomiting
- People who have a fever or anything more serious than a minor cold should postpone vaccination. Pregnant women should also delay vaccination, unless immediate vaccination is recommended by a doctor.
Timing of Twinrix® vaccine doses:
Example in adults or children (aged 1-18)
The standard Twinrix® schedule consists of 3 vaccine doses:
- You choose the date.
- One month after the first.
- Six months after the first.
Immunization may not be suitable for everyone and can be associated with adverse effects. Be sure to consult your healthcare provider to see which options are right for you.