TicoVac Pediatric

TicoVac Pediatric is used to prevent brain problems caused by tick bites (tick-borne encephalitis) in children 1 year to 15 years old.

Like any vaccine, TicoVac Pediatric may not provide protection from disease in every person.

Use only as directed. Inform your doctor if your child is taking other medicines or has other medical conditions or allergies.

Your child should not receive this vaccine if he or she has ever had a severe allergic reaction to a TicoVac Pediatric or any ingredient in the vaccine.

Tell your vaccination provider if your child has or has ever had:

• a weak immune system caused by disease or by taking certain medicines or receiving cancer treatments.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if your child shows signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

The vaccination provider may want to observe your child for a short time after the injection to ensure there is no allergic reaction. Quick treatment will be provided if there is a reaction right after receiving the vaccine.

Keep a record of all side effects your child experiences. If a booster dose is needed, inform the vaccination provider if the previous shot caused any side effects.

Becoming infected with tick-borne encephalitis may pose a greater risk to your child's health than receiving the vaccine to prevent it. Like any medication, this vaccine can cause side effects, but the chance of serious side effects is extremely low.

Common side effects of TicoVac Pediatric may include:

• pain and tenderness at the injection site;
• headache;
• fever; or
• restlessness.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1 800 822 7967.

This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle.

TicoVac Pediatric is given in a series of 3 shots. A booster dose (fourth dose) may be given at least 3 years after your child completes the primary immunization series if needed. Follow your doctor's instructions or the schedule recommended by your local health department.

This vaccine contains albumin, a protein made from human blood, and may contain viruses that may cause disease. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions.

Contact your vaccination provider if your child misses a dose or falls behind on their schedule. The next dose should be given as soon as possible. There is no need to start over.

Make sure your child receives all recommended doses of this vaccine. Your child may not be fully protected if they do not receive the complete series.

An overdose of this vaccine is not likely to happen.

Follow your doctor's instructions regarding any limits on food, drinks, or activities.

Before your child gets this vaccine, inform the vaccination provider about all other vaccines your child has had recently.

Also, let the vaccination provider know if your child has recently taken any drugs or treatments that could weaken the immune system, such as:

• steroids (oral, nasal, inhaled, or injectable);
• medicines for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other autoimmune disorders; or
• medicines for cancer or to prevent organ transplant rejection.

This list is not exhaustive. Other medications may affect TicoVac Pediatric, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are mentioned here.