â¢ Peptides are short linear chains of amino acids, whereas proteins are very long chains of amino acids. â¢ Several amino acids are linked together to form a peptide by peptide bonds, while several peptides are linked together to form protein molecules.
Mechanism of Action. Hiberix is a non-infectious vaccine used to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection in children. The vaccine works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease.
In 6 clinical studies, the immune response to HIBERIX administered as a booster dose. was evaluated in a total of 415 children 12 to 23 months of age. At the time of vaccination, 30. children were 12 to 14 months of age, 316 children were 15 to 18 months of age, and 69 children. were 19 to 23 months of age.