ABSTRACT
Second doses may be needed due to a short half-life. • Contraindicated in women who use opioids for recreational
purposes. • Can be given via midwives exemptions or prescribed.
■ HEPATITIS B IMMUNOGLOBULIN • Administered IM. 200 units as soon after birth as possible
to babies of mothers with Hepatitis B during pregnancy or are positive for Hepatitis B surface antigen.
