GENERIC NAME: TYPHOID VACCINE - ORAL POWDER (TIE-foyd vack-SEEN)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is an oral vaccine used to prevent typhoid fever.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed, usually one dose is taken every other day for 3 doses. This medicine comes as a powder in a double-chambered foil packet (sachet). The contents of both chambers should be mixed in about 4 ounces of cold or lukewarm water. Do not prepare this medicine in milk, juice, or carbonated beverages. Swallow the mixture one hour before a meal. For this medication to be completely effective, your course of treatment should be completed 1 week before possible exposure to typhoid fever.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, skin rash, or abdominal pain may occur. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome notify your doctor. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: an acute illness (with fever), infection, diarrhea, immunosuppressant therapy, anti-cancer therapy. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions: allergies. This medicine contains aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition where you must restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding the safe use of this medicine. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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