Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine

Drug #2183

The HPV vaccines work like other immunizations that guard against viral infection. The investigators hypothesized that the unique surface components of HPV might create an antibody response that is capable of protecting the body against infection and that these components could be used to form the basis of a vaccine. These surface components can interact with one another to form virus-like particles (VLP) that are noninfectious and stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies that can prevent the complete papillomavirus from infecting cells.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Semi Synthetic origin.

Non-proprietary name: Human Papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine.

Molecular structure of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine is primarily indicated in conditions like Cervical carcinoma, Human papillomavirus infections.

Contraindications

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine is contraindicated in conditions like Anaphylactic reactions, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Dosage

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
0.5 mL	0.5 mL	—	IM	Between 10 to 25 years for prevention of cervical cancer.
0.5 mL	0.5 mL	—	IM	Usual Adult Dose for Human Papillomavirus Prophylaxis: Repeat dose in 2 months and 6 months for a total of 3 doses. (Between 9 to 26 years)
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Dizziness, Fever, Headache, Itching, Mild soreness at the injection site, Nausea, Redness at injection site, Swelling .

Warnings / Precautions

The vaccine is not currently recommended during pregnancy, although there are no known risks to a fetus if a woman is vaccinated inadvertently. Any exposure to a vaccine during pregnancy should be reported. You should visit your doctor regularly for all doses.

Interference in Pathology

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine may interfere in the diagnosis of Screening Test for cervical cancer.

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Inj

0.5 ml

Storage Conditions

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine should be stored Inj.

Drug Classification

1.19.3.1 — Vaccines for universal immunization

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine in Pakistan:

GSK