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Hep B + Pentabio (registered)

PT Bio Farma · Phase 3 active Biologic ✓ Verified May 2026

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is a Combination vaccine Biologic drug developed by PT Bio Farma. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Hepatitis B prevention, Diphtheria prevention, Tetanus prevention. Also known as: Recombinant Hepatitis B (Bio Farma) + Pentabio (Bio Farma).

Hep B + Pentabio is a combination vaccine that provides immunization against hepatitis B and five other infectious diseases (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, poliomyelitis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b) by stimulating adaptive immune responses.

The Pentabio vaccine, when primed with recombinant Hepatitis B, was compared in a clinical trial (NCT04071379) to the DTP-HB-Hib vaccine from Bio Farma for immunogenicity and safety. The trial, conducted by PT Bio Farma, studied the reactions to the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines in addition to the Hepatitis B vaccine.

Likelihood of approval
59.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Immunology slight uplift +1.0pp
    Mature endpoint landscape (ACR, DAS28, PASI) makes immunology approvals slightly more predictable.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameHep B + Pentabio (registered)
Also known asRecombinant Hepatitis B (Bio Farma) + Pentabio (Bio Farma)
SponsorPT Bio Farma
Drug classCombination vaccine
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaImmunology / Infectious Disease Prevention
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

The vaccine contains inactivated or recombinant antigens from hepatitis B virus and other pathogens that trigger B and T cell responses, leading to production of protective antibodies and cellular immunity. This combination formulation allows simultaneous protection against multiple diseases in a single injection, improving vaccination compliance and coverage in pediatric populations.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Hep B + Pentabio (registered)

What is Hep B + Pentabio (registered)?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is a Combination vaccine drug developed by PT Bio Farma, indicated for Hepatitis B prevention, Diphtheria prevention, Tetanus prevention.

How does Hep B + Pentabio (registered) work?

Hep B + Pentabio is a combination vaccine that provides immunization against hepatitis B and five other infectious diseases (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, poliomyelitis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b) by stimulating adaptive immune responses.

What is Hep B + Pentabio (registered) used for?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is indicated for Hepatitis B prevention, Diphtheria prevention, Tetanus prevention, Pertussis (whooping cough) prevention, Poliomyelitis prevention.

Who makes Hep B + Pentabio (registered)?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is developed by PT Bio Farma (see full PT Bio Farma pipeline at /company/pt-bio-farma).

Is Hep B + Pentabio (registered) also known as anything else?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is also known as Recombinant Hepatitis B (Bio Farma) + Pentabio (Bio Farma).

What drug class is Hep B + Pentabio (registered) in?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) belongs to the Combination vaccine class. See all Combination vaccine drugs at /class/combination-vaccine.

What development phase is Hep B + Pentabio (registered) in?

Hep B + Pentabio (registered) is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Hep B + Pentabio (registered)?

Common side effects of Hep B + Pentabio (registered) include Injection site pain, redness, or swelling, Fever, Irritability or fussiness, Drowsiness.

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