Gardasil Vaccine | 0.5 ml in 1 PFS

Introduction of Gardasil Vaccine

Gardasil Vaccine is an immunization against human papillomavirus. Its purpose is to protect your body from infections and diseases caused by certain strains of the virus, namely types 6, 11, 16 and 18. These particular strains are known to cause diseases such as pre-cancerous lesions in the female genital area (cervix, vulva, vagina) and anal area, as well as genital warts in both men and women. In particular, HPV types 16 and 18 are responsible for approximately 70-80% of cervical and Anal cancers, at the same time as HPV types 6 and 11 are responsible for nearly 90% of genital warts.

Common adverse reactions to Gardasil Vaccine include injection site reactions such as pain, redness, swelling, itching, bruising, bleeding and lumps, headache, fever, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and sore throat. If these symptoms persist or cause discomfort, it is recommended that you consult a doctor for advice on managing any side effects. Using Gardasil Vaccine in children under 9 years of age is unsafe as its safety and effectiveness have not been established.

If individuals experience allergic reactions after receiving Gardasil Vaccine 0.5 ml, they mustn't receive additional doses of Gardasil Vaccine. In addition, in cases where individuals have a high fever during vaccination, it is recommended to delay the procedure until they have fully recovered.

Before receiving Gardasil Vaccine, it is important to tell your doctor about any medication allergies you may have. You should also tell your doctor if you have any allergies, a weakened immune system due to long-term conditions such as genetic disorders, HIV or cancer, a serious infection or illness with fever, a bleeding disorder or any immunological disease. It is important to tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. It is important to inform your doctor about your general health and any medicines you take.

Uses of Gardasil Vaccine

• Cervical cancer
• Anal cancer
• Genital warts
• Oropharyngeal cancer
  

Benefits of Gardasil Vaccine

Gardasil Vaccine works by boosting the body's immunity to certain strains of human papillomavirus. The Gardasil Vaccine is not effective against all types of HPV, only those included in the vaccine. The Gardasil Vaccine is usually administered by a healthcare professional in two or three doses by injection, spread over several months. It is important to complete all doses to be fully protected. The Gardasil Vaccine 0.5 ml is safe and the benefits far outweigh any potential risks.

Gardasil Vaccine protects against HPV types 6, 11, 16 and 18, which are responsible for most cases of cervical cancer and genital warts

Gardasil Vaccine 0.5 ml protects against anal and oropharyngeal (middle part of the throat) cancers in both men and women.

Gardasil Vaccine reduces the risk of cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer in women.

Side Effects of Gardasil Vaccine

​​​As with all medicines, Gardasil Vaccine may have side effects which do not require medical attention and which will disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Tell your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them.​​​

Most Common Side Effects of Gardasil Vaccine

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal Pain
• Sore Throat
  

Common Side Effects of Gardasil Vaccine

• ​Injection Site Reactions Such As Pain, Redness, Swelling
• Itching
• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Lumps
• Headaches
• Fever
• Nausea
  

How to Use Gardasil Vaccine?

Gardasil Vaccine is administered as a muscle injection by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting, typically in the shoulder or thigh. It should not be self-administered and it is important to keep track of vaccination records and consult with a doctor if any doses are missed.

How Gardasil Vaccine Works?

Gardasil Vaccine is used to prevent certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. The Gardasil Vaccine works by activating the body's immune system to create a defence against specific strains of HPV, thus preventing infection and lowering the likelihood of cancer. It is worth noting that while Gardasil Vaccine 0.5 ml can greatly decrease the risk of HPV-related cancers, it may not provide protection against all HPV strains, so it is important to continue getting regular cancer screenings.

Safety Advices Gardasil Vaccine

Alcohol

Unsafe

Pregnancy

Safe

Driving

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

Liver

Use with Caution

Breastfeeding

Use with Caution

References

1. Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (types 6, 11, 16, And 18) Vaccine, Recombinant, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., A Subsidiary Of Merck & Co., Inc: USA, Product Monograph 

2. Gardasil, Human Papillomavirus Vaccine [types 6, 11, 16, 18] (recombinant, Adsorbed), European Medicines Agency, Product Leaflet 

3. W.H.O Updates Recommendations On Hpv Vaccination Schedule, World Health Organization, Available Form 

4. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination, Centers For Disease Control And Prevention (CDC), Available Form