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- The proper way to use
- Precautions to keep in mind
- Common known side effects
The proper way to use
To get the best possible protection against infection with HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18, you should complete the vaccine dosing schedule, even if you are not directly exposed to HPV.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For injection dosage form:
- For prevention of HPV infection:
- Adults and children over 9 years of age—One dose injected into the upper arm or upper leg, followed by a second dose 2 months later, and a third dose 6 months after the first dose.
- Children below 9 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For prevention of HPV infection:
Missed Dose
This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.
