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Hepatitis A vaccine is used to help prevent the serious liver disease hepatitis A. The vaccine contains an inactive form of the virus. The body reacts by making antibodies against hepatitis A.¹

Fast Facts:

• -- recommended for children 1 year of age.¹
• -- offers some protection within 2 weeks.¹
• -- for long term protection two doses are needed.¹
• -- The vaccine can be used to prevent hepatitis A after exposure if given within 2 weeks.¹

Top Resources on Hepatitis A Vaccine

• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Hepatitis A - Vaccine
• Healthwise (via WebMD): Hepatitis A Vaccine
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (via MedlinePlus): Hepatitis A Vaccine
• NetDoctor UK: Avaxim
• Wikipedia: Hepatitis A Vaccine
• HealthCentral: Hepatitis A - Vaccine
• HealthDay (via MedicineNet): Hepatitis A Vaccine Best Bet to Treat Virus
• National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse: What I Need to Know About Hepatitis A - How Can I Protect Myself?
• Micromedex (via Mayo Clinic): Hepatitis A Vaccine, Inactivated (Intramuscular Route)
• Cerner Multum (via Revolution Health): Hepatitis A Adult Vaccine

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4} Healthwise (via WebMD): Hepatitis A Vaccine

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