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The hepatitis B vaccine protects against hepatitis B, a serious viral disease that damages the liver. This vaccine is one of the recommended childhood immunizations, but many adults also need to be vaccinated.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Immunizes against

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Hepatitis
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Hepatitis B
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Side Effects

Common

Irritability
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Irritation at injection site
Loss of appetite
Reduced appetite

Serious

Spinning sensation
Alopecia
Swollen glands
Low blood pressure
Heart palpitations
Paresthesia
Hair loss
Numbness or tingling
Paralysis
Red ring shaped rash

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