Question 1

What is Human papillomavirus bivalent (types 16 & 18) L1 protein vaccine, recombinant used for?

Accepted Answer

Prevention of cervical cancer, prevention of pre-cancerous growths in the cervix caused by HPV

Question 2

How do you take Human papillomavirus bivalent (types 16 & 18) L1 protein vaccine, recombinant?

Accepted Answer

Cervarix is given as an injection (jab) into the upper arm muscle by a healthcare worker. For females aged 15 and above, you need 3 doses: the first dose at your chosen date, the second dose 1 month later, and the third dose 6 months after the first dose. It is not a tablet — you must go to a clinic or hospital to receive it.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Human papillomavirus bivalent (types 16 & 18) L1 protein vaccine, recombinant?

Accepted Answer

Pain, redness, or swelling where the injection was given, headache, feeling tired or weak, muscle aches or joint pain

Question 4

Who should not take Human papillomavirus bivalent (types 16 & 18) L1 protein vaccine, recombinant?

Accepted Answer

People who had a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose of Cervarix or any of its ingredients should not take it. It is not meant for males in Nigeria's current programme. People who are currently very ill with high fever should wait until they recover before getting the vaccine.

Question 5

Is Human papillomavirus bivalent (types 16 & 18) L1 protein vaccine, recombinant safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Cervarix is not recommended during pregnancy — if you discover you are pregnant after starting the doses, delay the remaining doses until after delivery, and inform your doctor.

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