What are the possible side effects of haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine (Prohibit)?
Getting haemophilus influenzae disease is much riskier than getting Hib vaccine. However, a vaccine, like any medicine, is capable of causing serious problems, such as severe allergic reactions. The risk of Hib vaccine causing serious harm, or death, is extremely small. Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if any of the following rare but serious side effects from Hib vaccine are experienced: • a serious allergic reaction including swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; hives; paleness; weakness; dizziness; or a fast heart beat within a few minutes to a few hours after the shot; • high fever; or • behavior changes. Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Talk to your doctor if you experience: • fever over 101 degrees Fahrenheit (about up to 1 child in 20); or • redness, warmth, or swelling where the shot was given (up to about 1 child in 4). If these problems happen, they usually start with
