Can men use Cervarix?
Cervarix is used in males and females from the age of 9 years to protect against the following conditions caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV): cancer of the cervix (neck of the womb) or anus; • precancerous lesions (abnormal cell growth) in the genital area (cervix, vulva, vagina or anus).
Can older adults get HPV vaccine?
Vaccination is not recommended for everyone older than age 26 years. However, some adults ages 27 through 45 years may decide to get the HPV vaccine based on discussion with their clinician, if they did not get adequately vaccinated when they were younger.
Which is better Gardasil or Cervarix?
In comparison, Cervarix includes only the two most important high-risk types, HPV 16 and 18. Thus, Gardasil can be used to prevent not only a majority of cervical cancers, but also genital warts, one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases.
Is Cervarix still on the market?
While the other two vaccines—the original Gardasil and Cervarix—are still used around the world, both have been voluntarily discontinued in the United States (for reasons other than those related to safety or efficacy).
Who can take Cervarix?
Cervarix vaccine is used in girls and young women ages 9 through 25 to prevent cervical cancer caused by certain types of HPV (types 16 and 18).
How effective is Cervarix?
Gardasil and Cervarix approach 90% effectiveness in preventing HPV 16/18 infection or disease in women older than 25 years; Cervarix has nearly 70% efficacy against HPV 31 and 45 infections as well in this older population.
Should I get HPV vaccine if I already have it?
You should still get the HPV vaccine even if you have had an abnormal Pap test because even if you have been infected with HPV, it is not likely that you have been infected with all of the types that the vaccine protects against. So, you can still benefit from protection afforded by the HPV vaccine.
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