OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

NOTES: Hepatitis A is a highly contagious virus that may cause liver disease. The virus is spread by contaminated food or water, infected food handlers, ingestion of raw shellfish from contaminated water, poor sanitary conditions, blood transfusions or sharing needles with infected persons.

MISSED DOSE: This is usually given as a one time dose. As with most medications, do not "double-up" the dose if a dose is missed.

STORAGE: This medication is stored in the refrigerator as directed.

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