2006-06-28 19:51:17 · 3 answers · asked by joannc830 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
The vaccination is 95% effective for a period of 15 years. At that time, you will need to be revaccinated. However, the vaccination does not protect you from other STDs so always use a condom to be safe.
2006-06-28 19:58:32 · answer #1 · answered by ilse72 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I am not a doctor, but if the shot has worked, it should protect you. You need to take a test for antibodies to be sure. But it won't protect you against other forms of Hepatitis, and usually someone who has Hepatitis B can also have A, C, etc, plus HIV, VD, and so on. So you must always use a condom.
2006-06-28 19:56:45 · answer #2 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm an RN, after the 3rd dose your antibody should be checked and you might need a booster dose. Although it gives you some protection but if you knew that you were in contact with a person with Hep. B you will be given an immunoglobulin.
2006-06-28 21:21:19 · answer #3 · answered by marky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋