Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Cervarix
(human papillomavirus vaccine [types 16, 18] (recombinant, adjuvanted, adsorbed))
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Cervarix is a vaccine for use from the age of 9 years for the prevention of premalignant ano-genital lesions (cervical, vulvar, vaginal and anal) and cervical and anal cancers causally related to certain oncogenic Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types. See sections 4.4 and 5.1 for important information on the data that support this indication. The use of Cervarix should be in accordance with official recommendations.
Common Brand Names for this Composition
The following popular commercial brand names contain human papillomavirus vaccine [types 16, 18] (recombinant, adjuvanted, adsorbed) as their active ingredient composition:
Cervarix
GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals S.A.
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
human papillomavirus vaccine [types 16, 18] (recombinant, adjuvanted, adsorbed)
Category
Vaccines
Manufacturer
GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals S.A.
Medical Disclaimer
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