What is Vivotif: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Vivotif

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• The usual schedule is to take 1 dose of this medicine every other day. Follow the schedule your health caregiver tells you.

• Take this medicine with cold or lukewarm liquid 1 hour before a meal.

• Swallow the extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

• Store this medicine in the refrigerator at all times. Do not freeze.

• Take this medicine with cold or lukewarm liquid 1 hour before a meal.

• Store this medicine in the refrigerator at all times. Do not freeze.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Swallow the extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

• The usual schedule is to take 1 dose of this medicine every other day. Follow the schedule your health caregiver tells you.

What to do if you miss a dose of Vivotif

Vivotif contraindications

• This vaccine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to typhoid vaccine, or if you have a fever or weak immune system.

Vivotif warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have diarrhea, vomiting, or digestive problems.

• You still need to avoid water or food that might spread an illness. This medicine does not protect against all bacteria.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Vivotif interactions

• Some foods and medicines can affect how this vaccine works. Tell your doctor if you have recently received any of the following: Antibiotic, including a sulfonamide (sulfa drug)Any treatment that weakens the immune system, such as cancer medicine, radiation treatment, or a steroidProguanil

• You still need to avoid water or food that might spread an illness. This medicine does not protect against all bacteria.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.