Hepatitis B vaccine
ATC Code
J07BC01
Hepatitis B vaccine
Definition
A non-infectious mixture containing recombinant hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in a liquid vehicle. Immunization with the hepatitis B vaccine induces the formation of specific anti-hepatitis B antibodies and an active immunity against hepatitis B infection.
Also known as ENGERIX-B, Hepatitis B Vaccine, Hepatitis B Vaccine (Recombinant), Recombinant Hepatitis B Vaccine, RECOMBIVAX HB — per NCIT
Also identified as
- NCIT NCIT:C29091 per NCIT
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis B | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |