Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine
Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is used for prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection and ear infection. Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine is a vaccine given to prevent invasive diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear and blood infections.Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is made using only the polysaccharide (sugar) molecules from the outside of pneumococcal bacteria. Polysaccharide vaccines are not very effective in children under 2 years of age as the immune system is too immature to generate a strong protective response to this kind of vaccine. Older children and adults do respond to it but not as well as they do to the conjugate vaccine. 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.
Written by: Srishti Bhukta, B. Pharma
Reviewed by: Dr. Varinderjeet Kaur, MBBS
Last updated on: 24-06-2025
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Quick Summary
Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is used for prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection and ear infection. Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine is a vaccine given to prevent invasive diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear and blood infections.Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is made using only the polysaccharide (sugar) molecules from the outside of pneumococcal bacteria. Polysaccharide vaccines are not very effective in children under 2 years of age as the immune system is too immature to generate a strong protective response to this kind of vaccine. Older children and adults do respond to it but not as well as they do to the conjugate vaccine. 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.
Benefits of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine
Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection
Side Effects of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine
Side effects of Nukovax Prefilled Syringe The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Nukovax Fever Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)Fatigue Muscle pain Headache
Directions for Use
How to use Nukovax Prefilled Syringe Your doctor or nurse will use this device to give medicine. You or your care giver may be taught on how to use this device at home.
How it works
How Nukovax Prefilled Syringe works Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
Alcohol
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.
Breast feeding
Information regarding the use of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.
Driving
Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
There is limited information available on the use of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What If You Forget to take Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine?
If a dose of Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Quick Tips for Nukovax 25mcg Vaccine
Nukovax 25mcg 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.
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Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India
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