Human Papillomavirus vaccine 9-valent is used to prevent diseases caused by human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58.
This vaccine protects against the following diseases caused by HPV:
- cancer of the cervix, vagina, and vulva in women
- cancer of the penis in men
- cancers of anus and back of the throat in both women and men
- genital warts in both men and women
Human Papillomavirus vaccine 9-valent is to be given intramuscularly (into the muscle of the upper arm or thigh).
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 vaccine 9-valent.
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 this medicine if you ever had an allergic reaction (rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes) to Human Papillomavirus vaccine.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- bleeding problems
- weak immune system
- moderate or severe illness (with or without fever)
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine will not protect you against every type of human papillomavirus. Ensure that you use proper precautions against sexually transmitted diseases.
Human Papillomavirus vaccine 9-valent may cause dizziness. If affected, do not drive or take part in any activity in which you need to be alert.
Human Papillomavirus vaccine 9-valent may cause any of the following side effects: tiredness, headache, nausea, fever, itching, muscle pain, and pain, redness, swelling, and irritation at the injection site.
Brief fainting spells can happen after vaccination. Sitting or lying down for about 15 minutes after a vaccination can help prevent fainting and injuries caused by falls.
Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of the following:
- signs of allergic reaction e.g. swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat
- severe dizziness, abnormal movements, seizures
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 medicines for cancer and medicines used in organ transplant or certain immune disorders.
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. Protect from light.
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