Hepatitis A Vaccine (Intramuscular Route)

Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you or your child this vaccine. This vaccine is given as a shot into one of your muscles, usually in the thigh or upper arm.

This vaccine is usually given as 2 doses. After the first dose, the Havrix® booster dose is given anytime between 6 to 12 months later, while the Vaqta® booster dose is given anytime between 6 to 18 months later, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.