Human Papillomavirus 9-Valent Vaccine suspension for injection

What is this medication?

HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS VACCINE (HYOO muhn pap uh LOH muh vahy ruhs vak SEEN) is a vaccine. It prevents infections of 9 types of the human papillomavirus. In women, the vaccine may lower your risk of getting cervical, vaginal, vulvar, or anal cancer and genital warts. In men, the vaccine may lower your risk of getting genital warts and anal cancer. This vaccine does not treat human papillomavirus.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Gardasil 9

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• fever
• hemophilia
• HIV or AIDS
• immune system problems
• infection
• low platelets
• an unusual reaction to human papillomavirus vaccine, yeast, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

This vaccine is injected into a muscle. It is given by a health care provider.

This vaccine requires 2 or 3 doses to get the full benefit. Set a reminder for when your next dose is due.

A copy of the Vaccine Information Statement will be given before each vaccination. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. This sheet may change frequently.

Talk to your health care provider about the use of this medicine in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 9 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

It is important not to miss your dose. Call your health care provider if you are unable to keep an appointment.

What may interact with this medication?

This medicine may interact with the following medications:

• medicines for organ transplant
• medicines to treat cancer
• some medicines for arthritis
• steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Visit your health care provider regularly.

This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions (skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)
• trouble breathing
• feeling faint or lightheaded, falls

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• dizziness
• fever
• headache
• nausea
• pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

This vaccine is only given by a health care provider. It will not be stored at home.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.