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ACTHIB was given past the expiration date with no reported adverse event; Initial information received on 24-Aug-2023 regarding an unsolicited valid non-serious case received from a other health professional. This case involves a 1-year-old female patient for whom HIB (PRP/T) vaccine [ACT-HIB] was given past the expiration date with no reported adverse event. The patient's past medical history, medical treatment(s), vaccination(s) and family history were not provided. Concomitant medications included Diphtheria Vaccine Toxoid, Pertussis Vaccine Acellular, Tetanus Vaccine Toxoid (Daptacel), Varicella Zoster Vaccine (Varicella Vaccine) And Measles Vaccine, Mumps Vaccine, Rubella Vaccine (MMR), all for Immunisation. On 24-Aug-2023, the patient received an expired dose of 0.5 ml (Frequency = once) of standard strength suspect HIB (PRP/T) vaccine Powder and solvent for solution for injection (lot: UJ796AA, Expiry date: 12-Aug-2023) via intramuscular route in the left thigh for Immunization no reported adverse event (expired product administered) (latency: same day). Action taken: not applicable. At time of reporting, the outcome was Unknown. This suspected adverse reaction report is submitted and classified as a medication error solely and exclusively to ensure the marketing authorization holder's compliance with the requirements set out in the guidelines. The classification as a medical error is in no way intended, nor should it be interpreted or construed as an allegation or claim made by the marketing authorization holder that any third party has contributed to or is to be held liable for the occurrence of this medication error.