AVAXIM
Hepatitis A virus, inactivated · Hepatitis A
Health Canada DIN 02237792. Check the product and formulation on your record before using a schedule.
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- Brand
- AVAXIM
- DIN
02237792- Vaccine
- Hepatitis A virus, inactivated
- Presentation
- 160 U / 0.5 mL · suspension · intramuscular · 12 years and older
- Live vaccine
- No
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Official product information
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Dose schedules involving this product
These are Canadian Immunization Guide schedules associated with this DIN. The right schedule depends on age, health, prior doses and reason for vaccination.
| Schedule | Doses | Who it applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis A — adult and adolescent two-dose series Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine, the second 6 to 36 months after the first depending on the product. | 2 doses | Adult products: HAVRIX 1440 for 19 years and older (dose 2 at 6 to 12 months), AVAXIM for 12 years and older (dose 2 at 6 to 36 months), VAQTA adult for 18 years and older (dose 2 at 6 to 18 months). One dose gives protective antibody in nearly all recipients; the second gives long-term protection. |
| Hepatitis A — weakened immune system, two doses Standard two-dose hepatitis A series; the response may be reduced. | 2 doses | Hepatitis A vaccine may be given to immunocompromised people; the response may be reduced but the vaccine still offers some protection. Immune globulin may be considered for pre- and post-exposure protection, and blood testing after immunization may be considered where available. |
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Family guidance on pregnancy: Use if indicated: after an exposure, or for travel to an endemic area.
Family guidance on breastfeeding: Use if indicated.
This guidance applies to the vaccine family. Confirm this product's details in the monograph and with your clinician. Immunization in pregnancy and breastfeeding: Canadian Immunization Guide — Chapter updated August 2026.
Sources and next steps
- Hepatitis A vaccines: Canadian Immunization Guide — Chapter revised March 2018
- Health Canada product record
General information only. A suggested date is not an appointment or a prescription; the Care365 clinical team or doctor confirms what you need. Clinical rules reviewed on 2026-09-27.
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