The prescribed dosage for Engerix-B (hepatitis B vaccine [recombinant]) may vary depending on your individual treatment plan. Other factors, including your medical history, may affect your dosage ...

Engerix-B may be given subcutaneously to persons at risk of hemorrhage (eg, hemophiliacs). However, hepatitis B vaccines given subcutaneously are known to result in a lower antibody response.

In children, hepatitis B vaccination typically starts at 6 weeks of age. Vaccine Series Ages Schedule Recombivax HB 3-dose 1 year and over 0, 1, and 6 months Engerix-B 3-dose 1 year and over 0 ...

Adults typically receive the hepatitis B vaccine in a two- or three-dose series. Engerix-B is also offered as a four-dose series for adults who are undergoing hemodialysis (kidney dialysis).

Premature infants who receive Engerix-B may have a higher risk of certain side effects, such as breathing problems. Sometimes, the vaccine may be delayed until the infant reaches an appropriate ...

Trials with Heplisav were halted last month in response to a serious adverse effect report from a phase 3 trial comparing Heplisav to a marketed hepatitis B vaccine, Engerix-B, sold by ...

Cumulative exposure for 7 days Manufacturer Hepatitis B vaccine (recombinant) Engerix-B (GlaxoSmithKline) 72 hr Manufacturer Immune globulin (human) Gamastan S/D (Bayer) Cumulative exposure for 7 ...

Recombivax HB is a prescription vaccine used to help prevent infection from the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Recombivax HB is given as an injection into your muscle by a healthcare professional.