Recommended for Adults (18+ y.o.) who have not been previously vaccinated as per Singapore National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS) and lack immunity to both Hepatitis A & B
What is the Hepatitis A & B Vaccine used for?
Hepatitis A vaccines help to prevent infection caused by the Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Common symptoms include fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), dark urine, loss of appetite, tiredness, nausea and vomiting, severe stomach pain and diarrhea.
Hepatitis B vaccines help to prevent infection caused by the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV). Common symptoms of Hepatitis B include jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and joint pain.
Who should receive the Hepatitis A & B Vaccine?
As part of the Singapore National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS), adults (18 years or older) who have not been previously vaccinated, or lack evidence of past infection or immunity should receive three doses (the first dose, followed by the second and third dose at one month and six months after the first dose).
