Haemophilus influenzae infections vaccination against

Trollfors B. Cost-benefit analysis of general vaccination against haemophilus influenzae type b in Sweden. Scand J Infect Dis 1994 26 611-14. 

The TIPDS group was also one of the dramatis personae in the delicate and complex methodology used to prepare other bacterial cell wall components implicated in immunogenic mechanisms. A superb example is the synthesis of small synthetic saccharide fragments used to prepare a vaccine against Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), a serious infection in young children.235... 

As with emphysema, measures should also be readily initiated to clear up any concomitant bronchial infection with a 7- to 10-day course of antibiotics, such as tetracycline or ampicillin. Infections can usually be associated with the presence of pathogenic bacteria such as Haemophilus influenza or Streptococcus pnemonia however, microscopic examination and sputum cultures may be necessary if the concomitant infection fails to respond to the usual antibiotics. After the acute stages of infection have subsided, preventive measures such as yearly vaccinations against common influenza virus strains should be instituted. The patient should also be supplied with a 7- to 10-day supply of antibiotics to keep at home and utilize at the first sign of the development of subsequent infections. 

Haemophilus b is a bacterial vaccine that induces specihe protective antibodies against Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). It is indicated for induction of active immunity against Hib infection. Routine immunization of all infants beginning at age 2 months is recommended. 

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