Pneumovax 23 Vaccine
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Product introduction
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine is used for prevention of diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear infections, and blood infections.
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of Pneumovax 23 Injection
- Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection
Benefits of Pneumovax 23 Injection
In Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine protects against pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as ear infections, sinus infections, meningitis (infection of the tissue covering the brain and spinal cord), bacteremia (bloodstream infection), or pneumonia (lungs infection). Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, children above 2 years of age, people with certain medical conditions, adults 65 years or older, and cigarette smokers are at the highest risk and can receive this vaccine. Most pneumococcal infections are mild. However, some can be serious. Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best defense against pneumococcal disease.
Side effects of Pneumovax 23 Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pneumovax 23
- Injection site redness
- Headache
- Weakness
- Tiredness
- Muscle pain
How to use Pneumovax 23 Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pneumovax 23 Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Pneumovax 23 Vaccine is given to prevent invasive diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear, and blood infections.
- It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscular) of the upper arm.
- Only one dose is needed for most people. A booster dose can be given 5 years after the first dose.
- Inform your doctor if you have an infection with a high temperature, as vaccination may need to be delayed until recovery.
- It may cause fever. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or if it gets higher than 102 degree Fahrenheit.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Subunit (Purified antigen)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Pneumovax 23 Vaccine a live virus?
No, Pneumovax 23 Vaccine does not contain a live virus. The vaccine is prepared from purified pneumococcal (bacteria) capsule, which is derived from 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. Though it is not effective against all pneumococcal infections, it protects against a majority of pneumococcal infections.
Q. What does Pneumovax 23 Vaccine mean?
The Pneumovax 23 Vaccine contains long chains of polysaccharide (sugar) molecules. These molecules make up the surface capsule of the bacteria. These polysaccharides are the antigens that trigger the formation of antibodies which help in fighting against the infections.
Q. Is the Pneumovax 23 Vaccine safe?
Yes, Pneumovax 23 Vaccine are very safe. They have undergone years of testing before being licensed by the health authorities and are still under continuous monitoring for safety. Occasionally, there may be slight pain and swelling at the injection site or mild fever, but these subside gradually in a few days. If fever or discomfort persists, consult a doctor.
Q. How long is the Pneumovax 23 Vaccine good for?
You or your child will require one dose of PPSV. A second dose is usually not given until after 3 years of the first dose and is usually not required in healthy people. However, a second dose may be considered usually between 3-5 years after the first dose in people at increased risk of serious pneumococcal infections (such as those without a spleen or if the spleen is not working properly). A second dose within 3 years of the first dose is not recommended due to higher risks of side effects.
Q. Can Pneumovax 23 Vaccine be given prior to or after certain medical procedures?
It is recommended that Pneumovax 23 Vaccine should preferably be given two weeks prior to planned spleen removal or initiation of chemotherapy or other immunosuppressive treatment. Vaccination during chemotherapy or radiation therapy should be avoided. The response to the vaccine may remain diminished following completion of chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer. Therefore, it is recommended that the vaccine should be given at least 3 months after such therapy. If the patient has received prolonged therapy or intensive therapy, a longer delay may be appropriate.
Q. Can Pneumovax 23 Vaccine be received together with seasonal influenza vaccine?
Yes, Pneumovax 23 Vaccine can be given with influenza vaccine or other vaccines but with a different syringe and at a different site. Most people are able to prevent both the infections by responding to both the vaccines at the same time.
Q. Can an individual receive Pneumovax 23 Vaccine if they are not feeling well on the day of vaccination?
If you have a minor illness such as a common cold, then you can receive the vaccine. But, if you have an infection with high fever or some other long-standing illness, then vaccination should be taken only after you recover. Consult your doctor to know whether you can take it or not.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent [Package Insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.; 1983. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2020]. (online) Available from:
- Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 199-200.
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