BCG VACCINE AJ Vaccines 0.75MG-VIAL: Essential Protection Against Tuberculosis

The BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) Vaccine from AJ Vaccines, available in a 0.75MG vial, is a critical immunization designed to protect individuals against tuberculosis (TB). This vaccine is particularly important in regions with a high prevalence of TB, offering significant protection against severe forms of the disease, especially in infants and young children. Each package contains 10 vials, intended for professional medical use.

Product Details

• Brand: AJ Vaccines
• Strength: 0.75 mg per vial
• Form: Lyophilized powder for suspension for injection
• Package Size: Box containing 10 vials
• Active Ingredient: Live attenuated Mycobacterium bovis BCG (Danish strain 1331)
• Manufacturer: AJ Vaccines A/S
• Type: Prescription Only Medicine (POM)

Benefits of Use

• Provides effective immunization against tuberculosis, a serious infectious disease.
• Offers significant protection against severe forms of TB, including miliary TB and TB meningitis in children.
• Contributes to global efforts in controlling the spread of tuberculosis.
• Trusted vaccine manufactured by AJ Vaccines, a reputable pharmaceutical company.

How to Use

1. BCG Vaccine must be administered by a trained healthcare professional.
2. Reconstitute the lyophilized powder with the supplied diluent according to package instructions.
3. Administer the vaccine via intradermal injection, typically into the deltoid region of the upper arm.
4. Follow national immunization guidelines and schedules for dosage and administration.
5. Dispose of all used materials safely according to medical waste protocols.

Caution & Warnings

• Do not administer to individuals with known hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine.
• Contraindicated in immunocompromised individuals (e.g., those with HIV/AIDS, undergoing immunosuppressive therapy, or with primary immunodeficiency).
• Not recommended for use during pregnancy, and caution should be exercised during lactation.
• Avoid administering to individuals with a fever or acute severe illness; postpone vaccination until recovery.
• Ensure proper cold chain storage (2°C to 8°C) to maintain vaccine efficacy.
• Monitor for potential side effects, including local reactions at the injection site (redness, swelling, ulceration), lymphadenitis, or keloid formation.
• Strictly adhere to sterile techniques during preparation and administration to prevent infection.

Ingredients

Each 0.75 mg vial of BCG Vaccine AJ Vaccines contains:

• Live attenuated Mycobacterium bovis BCG (Danish strain 1331)
• Excipients: Sodium L-glutamate, magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, dipotassium phosphate, L-asparagine monohydrate, iron(III) ammonium citrate, calcium chloride dihydrate, glycerol 85%, water for injection.