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Haemophilus b conjugate (prp-omp) vaccine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Brand names: Liquid PedvaxHIB

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 4, 2023.

Haemophilus b conjugate (prp-omp) vaccine Pregnancy Warnings

Safety has not been established. This vaccine is only approved for use in young children.

US FDA pregnancy category: C

Animal studies are not available. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.

US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

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Haemophilus b conjugate (prp-omp) vaccine Breastfeeding Warnings

This vaccine is only approved for use in young children.

Excreted into human milk: Data not available
Excreted into animal milk: Data not available

See references

References for pregnancy information

  1. (2022) "Product Information. Liquid PedvaxHIB (haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-OMP) vaccine)." Merck & Co., Inc

References for breastfeeding information

  1. (2022) "Product Information. Liquid PedvaxHIB (haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-OMP) vaccine)." Merck & Co., Inc

Further information

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