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Antibiotics and hepatitis b vaccine
I am taking metronidazole for dental infection..can I take my scheduled hepatitis b 1 ml vaccine while on antibiotics therapy or should I wait for a few days before taking the vaccine
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Yes u can take, there is no contraindications
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Hepatitis b vaccine can be taken a respective of the immunological status but if you have some amount of fever or cramps or weakness then you should avoid ... And continue your schedule when things get normal
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Hello dear, If you don't have fever you can take your vaccination on schedule date
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No need to worry. You can take your scheduled Hepatitis B vaccine while taking metronidazole.
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No need to worry
There is no interaction between metronidazole and hep B vaccine. So you can go ahead with the vaccination
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Should wait for the completion of antibiotic course.
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Yes. There is no significant interaction between metronidazole and the Hepatitis B vaccine.
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Wait till your antibiotics treatment is over
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If you are not having fever and/or severely ill, then you can definitely take the vaccine
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so go ahead with it if above contraindications are absent
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I would suggest to just wait it out for a few days. Till your antibiotics course is over. Vaccination can trigger fever, body pain in some cases.
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As there is no interaction between metronidazole and hep b injection,you Don't have to worry.
But if you have fever or you are unwell then you can wait till the fever subside.
And if you have any further doubt you can consult the doctor.
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Yes u can take it
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Consult with doctor plz once
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Yes.
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Yes, you can take the hepatitis B vaccine while on metronidazole. Antibiotics don't interfere with inactivated vaccines like hepatitis B — the vaccine works by stimulating your immune system with a non-infectious viral antigen (HBsAg), which antibiotics don't affect.
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"Metronidazole and the Hepatitis B vaccine do not interfere with each other. If you are feeling mostly well and do not have a fever, it is generally safe to get the vaccine. If you currently feel sick, have a high fever, or have significant stomach upset from your infection, it is best to finish your course of medicine and get vaccinated once you are feeling better
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Yes you take both
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You can.
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Both r suitable
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Yes. You can take your scheduled Hepatitis B vaccine while taking metronidazole for a dental infection. Metronidazole does not reduce the effectiveness of the Hepatitis B vaccine, so there is generally no need to wait until the antibiotic course is finished.
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Take the Hepatitis B vaccine on your scheduled date and continue metronidazole as prescribed. Complete the full vaccination schedule as advised by your doctor.
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You do not need to delay the hepatitis B vaccine because of metronidazole; antibiotics do not reduce its effectiveness. Take the vaccine as scheduled if you have no fever or significant acute illness, and complete the prescribed dental treatment. Because you have Crohnâs disease, inform the vaccinator about any steroid or biologic medicines, as timing may matter.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Lekha Rajeevan
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40 yrs exp
Ernakulam
If you don’t have fever and very severe infection you can take the vaccine on the scheduled date or else it’s better to wait for a few days till acute infection with febrile episodes subside
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
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Mr. Arun R
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3 yrs exp
Chennai
Antibiotics like metronidazole treat bacteria and do not interfere with the immune response generated by an inactivated vaccine such as Hepatitis B.
However, receiving a vaccine during an active acute infection or while feeling unwell can blur potential side effects, such as distinguishing vaccine-induced fever from worsening dental illness.
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If your dental infection is mild and you are completely fever-free, you can safely take your scheduled Hepatitis B dose.
If you have active facial swelling, pain, or fever, it is entirely safe and preferred to postpone the shot by a few days until your antibiotic course finishes.
Please book an online consultation with me. so we can review your current Crohn's medications and vaccination timeline.
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Postponing a Hepatitis B dose by a few days to a couple of weeks does not restart the series; the prior doses remain fully valid.
Strictly avoid all alcohol consumption while taking metronidazole, as it provokes severe nausea, vomiting, and flushing.
Seek prompt in-person medical evaluation if your dental infection causes facial swelling, trouble swallowing, or a high fever.
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
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Vaccines like hepatitis B are usually fine to take while on antibiotics such as metronidazole since it isn't a live vaccine. Given you're already managing Crohn's ileitis, it's still worth confirming the timing with the doctor giving the vaccine.
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