Hepatitis B Vaccine
Also known as: Hep B Vaccine
Type: RecombinantAge group: All AgesDoses: 3Route: IntramuscularGovt. UIP: Yes
Protects against hepatitis B, a leading cause of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Protects against
- Hepatitis B
Schedule
Birth dose within 24 hours (UIP); later doses come in the pentavalent vaccine. Adults: 3 doses at 0, 1 and 6 months.
Possible side effects
- Soreness at site
- Mild fever
Who should not get it
- Severe allergy to a previous dose or yeast
Precautions
Strongly recommended for healthcare workers, dialysis patients and close contacts of carriers.
Prevents
Frequently asked questions
What does the Hepatitis B Vaccine vaccine protect against?
Hepatitis B
What is the Hepatitis B Vaccine schedule?
Birth dose within 24 hours (UIP); later doses come in the pentavalent vaccine. Adults: 3 doses at 0, 1 and 6 months.
What are the side effects of Hepatitis B Vaccine?
Soreness at site, Mild fever
Medically reviewed by
Medical review pending
Last updated
9 October 2026
Sources
- Universal Immunization Programme schedule, MoHFW
- IAP Advisory Committee on Vaccines and Immunization Practices (ACVIP)
- WHO position papers
This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.