Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs

Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs belongs to the group of medicines called 'immunizing agents' primarily used to prevent a disease called Japanese encephalitis. Japanese encephalitis is the infection of the brain caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), a virus spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes.

Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs contains 'inactivated whole virus vaccine.' When injected, it works by exposing the body to a small dose of virus or its protein. Thereby, it helps in providing immunity or resistance against the virus of Japanese encephalitis.

Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs will be injected by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs are fever, muscle pain, nausea, tenderness and pain at the injection site, upset stomach, loss of appetite, and tiredness. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines. If you are travelling to rural areas and have an increased risk of mosquito bites, Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs should be taken as suggested by your doctor. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother. Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs may make you feel weak or tired; hence drive only when you are mentally alert. Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs is recommended for children only in the dosage prescribed by your doctor, depending on the age. However, it is not prescribed for infants below two months.

Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs is an immunizing agent that contains 'inactivated Japanese encephalitis virus.' It is used to prevent Japanese encephalitis disease caused by JEV infected mosquitoes. It works by exposing the body to a small dose of virus or its protein, thus providing immunity or resistance against the disease. Inactivated viral vaccines contain the whole virus, but they do not have the ability to replicate.

• Fever
• Muscle pain
• Nausea
• Tenderness
• Pain at the injection site
• Upset stomach
• Tiredness
• Loss of appetite

If you are traveling to rural areas and have an increased risk of mosquito bites, Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs should be taken as suggested by your doctor. Inform your doctor before taking the shot if you have a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders, fainting, blood clotting, bleeding disorders, and fits. Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs may have harmful effects on the developing baby. Hence, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs. It is advised to consult your doctor before taking Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs if you are a breastfeeding mother. Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs may make you feel weak or tired, hence drive with caution and only when you are completely alert. Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs is not indicated for use in infants below two months.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs may interact with immunosuppressants. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements before taking Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs. 

Drug-Food Interaction: Follow your doctor's advice on the foods and drinks that can be consumed.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs, let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders, fits, fainting, blood clotting, and bleeding disorders.

• Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, as these may cause inflammation.
• Foods rich in magnesium, like avocados, flax seeds, corn, oatmeal, curd, and pumpkin, help relax the blocked jaw muscles and relieve the pain and inflammation.
• Adding high-protein foods such as milk, egg, and meat to your daily diet can effectively reduce the action of tetanus-causing bacteria. 
• Opt for foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. 
• Jaw exercises can improve the condition and minimize pain. Do four sets of this exercise every day.
• Eat a healthy diet and keep yourself well-hydrated.
• Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health and combating pain. 

• Let your doctor know that you are taking Jeev 3Mcg/0.5Ml Pfs if you are undergoing any medical tests.
• It is advised to keep a record of your booster dose schedule to know when you are due for the upcoming shot.

Japanese encephalitis is the infection of the brain caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), a virus spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It occurs most commonly in the rural areas of Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and the Far East. JEV is found in pigs and birds, and it is further passed into the mosquitoes when they bite the infected animals. Symptoms include fever, fits, stiff neck, tremors or uncontrolled shaking, muscle weakness/paralysis, and confusion.