Hibtiter is a vaccine used to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection, a bacterium that can cause serious diseases such as meningitis, pneumonia, and blood infections, especially in young children. The vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies that prevent infection. Heptater effectively protects against complications that may result from this bacterium, such as hearing loss or mental disability, making it a staple vaccine in immunization programs.
Hibtiter is usually given in repeated doses depending on the child's age and health condition to ensure strong, long-lasting immunity. It can also be given with other vaccines at the same time as the vaccination, using different injection sites. It is important to adhere to the scheduled doses and not skip them to maintain maximum protection against this potentially life-threatening infection.