Hepatitis B Vaccine

**Semantic type:** Immunologic Factor|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A non-infectious mixture containing recombinant hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in a liquid vehicle. Immunization with the hepatitis B vaccine induces the formation of specific anti-hepatitis B antibodies and an active immunity against hepatitis B infection.

**Synonyms:** - ENGERIX-B - Hepatitis B Vaccine (Recombinant) - RECOMBIVAX HB - Recombinant Hepatitis B Vaccine