japanese encephalitis vaccine (vero cell), inactivated

Japanese encephalitis vaccine (Vero cell), inactivated is a viral vaccine used for the active prevention of Japanese encephalitis, a serious central nervous system infection caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) and transmitted by mosquitoes. Developed by companies such as Liaoning Chengda Biotechnology, this specific formulation involves growing the virus in Vero cell cultures, followed by inactivation (usually with formaldehyde) and purification. The vaccine is often produced in a freeze-dried (lyophilized) form to enhance stability and shelf life. It works by inducing the production of neutralizing antibodies against JEV, providing protection to individuals living in or traveling to endemic regions. Clinical trials, including Phase IV safety studies, have been conducted to evaluate its performance as a booster dose in pediatric populations, comparing different manufacturers' formulations.

Brand names

Jevac

Other names

Inactivated Japanese encephalitis vaccine (Vero cell)Freeze-dried inactivated Japanese encephalitis vaccine (Vero cell)