Abstract
On Dec 22, 1987, the first conjugate vaccine was licensed by the FDA for the prevention of infections due to Haemophilus influenzae type b. This vaccine is a conjugate of H influenzae type b capsular polysaccharide and diphtheria toxoid and is officially designated as Haemophilus b conjugate vaccine (diphtheria toxoid-conjugate). The purpose of this statement is to provide background information, perspective, and recommendations for the use of this product.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 908-911 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Pediatrics |
Volume | 81 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - 1988 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health