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Havrix is an inactivated hepatitis A vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against hepatitis A virus.
Havrix is an inactivated hepatitis A vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against hepatitis A virus. Used for Prevention of hepatitis A infection in adults and children.
At a glance
| Generic name | Havrix+Havrix |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Hepatitis A vaccine |
| Sponsor | Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd |
| Drug class | Inactivated viral vaccine |
| Target | Hepatitis A virus (HAV) |
| Modality | Biologic |
| Therapeutic area | Immunology / Infectious Disease |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
The vaccine contains inactivated (killed) hepatitis A virus that triggers both humoral and cellular immune responses, leading to the production of protective anti-HAV antibodies. Two doses are administered to establish long-term immunity against hepatitis A infection. The vaccine does not contain live virus and cannot cause hepatitis A disease.
Approved indications
- Prevention of hepatitis A infection in adults and children
Common side effects
- Injection site soreness or swelling
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Myalgia
Key clinical trials
- Study of the Safety of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Lot-to-lot Consistency Study of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- Study of Mixed Vaccination Schedules With a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine and a 20-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Healthy Infants From Approximately 2 Months of Age (PHASE3)
- The COVID-19 VaccinE Response and Co-Administration in Rheumatology Patients (COVER-CoAd) (PHASE4)
- Trial of Antibody Responses by Vitamin Supplementation (PHASE1)
- To Evaluate the Immunogenicity and Safety of Inactivated Hepatitis A Vaccine (VITHA-A) (PHASE3)
- Immunogenicity and Safety of Inactivated and Live-attenuated HAV Vaccine Among Thai Healthy Children and Adolescents (PHASE3)
- A Study on the Immune Response and Safety of Various Potencies of an Investigational Chickenpox Vaccine Compared With a Marketed Chickenpox Vaccine, Given to Healthy Children 12 to 15 Months of Age (PHASE2)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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