GARDASIL

PAP tests save lives

Having regular Pap testsPap testA Pap test, also known as a Pap smear, is part of the gynecological exam and helps detect abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix before they have a chance to become precancers or cervical cancer.
See Full Glossary is one of the best ways to help protect against cervical cancer in the future. A Pap test can't diagnose HPV. But it can look for abnormal cells (that are caused by HPV) in the lining of the cervix before the cells become precancersPrecancersPrecancers are highly abnormal cervical cells that have a high likelihood of becoming cervical cancer.
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According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a woman's first Pap test should be 3 years after becoming sexually active or at age 21—whichever comes first. After that, a Pap test should be part of a yearly gynecological exam.

For girls who are not old enough for a Pap test, regular wellness visits are a good way to start lifelong, healthy habits.

Gardasil helps guard against
diseases caused by HPV

Both the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and the American College Health Association have recommended HPV vaccination.

Vaccination with GARDASIL is another choice worth making.

GARDASIL is the only cervical cancerCervical cancerCervical cancer is cancer of the cervix. Cervical cancer is a serious condition that can be life threatening.
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A doctor or healthcare professional can tell you more about GARDASIL. You can also learn more here.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL

GARDASIL is the only cervical cancer vaccine that helps protect against 4 types of human papillomavirus (HPV): 2 types that cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and 2 more types that cause 90% of genital warts cases. GARDASIL is for girls and young women ages 9 to 26.

GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone, and does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it’s important to continue routine cervical cancer screenings. GARDASIL does not treat cervical cancer or genital warts. GARDASIL will not protect against diseases caused by other HPV types or against diseases not caused by HPV. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months.

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Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL, including those severely allergic to yeast, should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant.

The side effects include pain, swelling, itching, bruising, and redness at the injection site, headache, fever, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and fainting. Sometimes fainting is accompanied by falling with injury, as well as shaking or stiffening and other seizure-like activity. Only a doctor or health care professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your daughter.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Read the Patient Product Information or the Prescribing Information for GARDASIL.