Typhoid-oral-vaccine Oral Capsule

Name: Typhoid-oral-vaccine Oral Capsule

Highlights for typhoid-oral-vaccine

TYPHOID ORAL VACCINE (TYE foid vax EEN) is used to prevent typhoid infection. The vaccine is recommended if you travel to parts of the world where typhoid is common.

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

Typhoid-oral-vaccine Side Effects

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.):

  • diarrhea
  • fever
  • headache
  • nausea, vomiting
  • stomach pain

Typhoid-oral-vaccine May Interact with Other Medications

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

  • certain antibiotics like sulfamethoxazole (SMZ) or other sulfonamides

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

  • antimalarial drugs
  • immune globulins
  • medicines for organ transplant
  • medicines to treat cancer
  • other vaccines
  • some medicines for arthritis
  • steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

How to Use typhoid-oral-vaccine

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. It will only be given to you by a health care professional. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before food. Do not take with food. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine.

A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 6 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • active infection with fever
  • cancer
  • HIV or AIDS
  • immune system problems
  • low blood counts, like low white cell, platelet, or red cell counts
  • recent or ongoing radiation therapy
  • stomach or intestine problems
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to vaccines, yeast, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding
What if I miss a dose?

Keep appointments for follow-up doses as directed. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your doctor or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment. Four doses, given 2 days apart, are needed for protection. The last dose should be given at least 1 week before travel to allow the vaccine time to work.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.

Report any side effects that are worrisome to your doctor right away.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store refrigerated between 2 and 8 degrees C (35.6 and 46.4 degrees F). Do not freeze. Keep this vaccine in the original container. This vaccine is given in a clinic, pharmacy, doctor's office, or other health care setting and will not be stored at home.

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