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  1. Oct 30, 2019 · There are two vaccines to prevent typhoid fever. One is an inactivated (killed) vaccine and the other is a live, attenuated (weakened) vaccine. Your health care provider can help you decide which type of typhoid vaccine is best for you. Inactivated typhoid vaccine is administered as an injection (shot). It may be given to people 2 years and older.

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    In deciding to use a vaccine, the risks of taking the vaccine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this vaccine, the following should be considered:

    It is important that all 4 doses of the vaccine be taken exactly as directed. If all the doses are not taken or if doses are not taken at the correct times, the vaccine may not work properly. The vaccine capsules are meant to dissolve in the intestines. Therefore, they should be inspected to make sure that they are not broken or cracked when you ta...

    Tell all of your doctors that you have taken this vaccine if you plan to receive any other live vaccines within 1 month after the last dose. If you are receiving this vaccine, do not take proguanil (Paludrine(R)) as a single medicine (not available in the United States) for at least 10 days after your last dose.

    Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may g...

  2. Difficulty in breathing or swallowing. fainting. hives, itching, or redness of the skin. swelling of the eyes, face, or inside of the nose. Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able ...

  3. Oct 20, 2022 · Uses. Typhoid can lead to high sustained fever, stomach pain, fever, diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and weakness. Some develop a rash of flat, rose-colored spots on the trunk and abdomen. Without treatment, 12% to 30% of people die.

  4. Inactivated typhoid vaccine is administered as an injection (shot). It may be given to people 2 years and older. One dose is recommended at least 2 weeks before travel. Repeated doses are recommended every 2 years for people who remain at risk. Live typhoid vaccine is administered orally (by mouth).

  5. Jan 2, 2024 · Becoming infected with typhoid fever is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine. However, like any medicine, this vaccine can cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low. Common side effects include: fever; headache; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain; or. skin rash.

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