Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine is used to prevent diseases caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) type 16 and 18.
This medicine helps protect girls and women aged 9 to 45 years against diseases caused by HPV, such as cervical or anal cancer and lesions that may cause cancer of the cervix, vagina, vulva, or anus.
Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine is to be given intramuscularly (into the muscle, usually into the muscles of the upper arm).
Your doctor or nurse will administer the injection for you.
The total number of injections you will receive will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the course of your vaccination depending on your age at the time of your first injection.
Ensure that you keep all appointments with your doctor so that you do not miss any doses. Your doctor also needs to regularly monitor your response to Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine.
If you miss an appointment or miss an injection, alert your doctor or nurse. A replacement appointment or injection should be given as soon as possible.
Do not use Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine if you ever had an allergic reaction (e.g. rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes) to this medicine or any of its ingredients.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- bleeding disorder
- conditions causing a weak immune system e.g. HIV infection
If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby soon, your doctor may recommend to postpone or interrupt the vaccination until you are no longer pregnant.
Let your doctor know if you are breastfeeding.
Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine will not protect you against every type of HPV. Ensure that you continue to use appropriate precautions against sexually transmitted diseases.
Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine may cause any of the following side effects: headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, joint or muscle pain, fever, tiredness, itching, and pain, redness or swelling at the injection site.
Brief fainting spells that may result in falling and injury may occur after vaccination. Sitting or lying down for about 15 minutes after receiving the vaccine can help prevent fainting and injuries caused by falls.
If you develop rashes, breathlessness, swollen mouth or eyes following vaccination, inform your doctor immediately. These could be signs of an allergic reaction.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any of these medicines:
- medicines for cancer
- anti-inflammatory medicines
- blood-thinning medicines
This list does not include all medicines that may interact with Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Avoid alcohol.
Store in the refrigerator, between 2-8°C.
Do not freeze Human papillomavirus (type 16 and 18) recombinant vaccine otherwise, it will no longer be effective and should not be used.
Protect from light.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Sign Out
