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Immunizations - travel vaccinations - Management
Japanese encephalitis vaccine

Age from 1 year to 2 years 11 months
Green Cross Japanese encephalitis vaccine (unlicensed)
Japanese encephalitis vaccine 1ml vial
Give 0.5ml by deep subcutaneous injection. For primary immunization, give three doses on days 0, 7, and 28.
Supply 1 1ml vial.
Age: from 1 year to 2 years 11 months
Licensed use: no
Private prescription: yes
Patient information: This injection can only be obtained on a named patient basis. For administration by the doctor or nurse. This injection is part of a course for immunization against Japanese encephalitis for your child. Your doctor will advise you when other injections are required. There is a small possibility of side effects occurring during this immunization period and for 2 weeks afterwards. See your doctor IMMEDIATELY should symptoms occur. Give a booster dose every 2-3 years if at continued risk.
Age from 3 years to 17 years 11 months
Green Cross Japanese encephalitis vaccine (unlicensed)
Japanese encephalitis vaccine 1ml vial
Give 1ml by deep subcutaneous injection. For primary immunization, give three doses on days 0, 7, and 28.
Supply 1 1 ml vial.
Age: from 3 years to 17 years 11 months
Licensed use: no
Private prescription: yes
Patient information: This injection can only be obtained on a named patient basis. For administration by the doctor or nurse. This injection is part of a course for immunization against Japanese encephalitis. Your doctor will advise you when other injections are required. There is a small possibility of side effects occurring during this immunization period and for 2 weeks afterwards. See your doctor IMMEDIATELY should symptoms occur. A booster dose may be required every 2-3 years if you are at continued risk.
Age from 18 years onwards
IXIARO Japanese encephalitis vaccine (licensed)
Ixiaro vaccine suspension for injection 0.5ml pre-filled syringes
Give 0.5ml by intramuscular injection. For primary immunization, give two doses on days 0 and 28.
Supply 1 1 ml vial.
Age: from 18 years onwards
Licensed use: no
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Private prescription: yes
Patient information: For administration by the doctor or nurse. This injection is part of a course for immunization against Japanese encephalitis. Your doctor will advise you when other injections are required. A booster dose may be required after 12 months if you are at continued risk.

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