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Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine 16mcg

Prevenar 16mcg Injection

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Prevenar 16mcg Injection

Prevenar 16mcg Injection

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Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection

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Benefits

Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infectionPrevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection

In Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection Prevenar 7 Injection 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.In Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection Prevenar 7 Injection 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

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.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.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works

Prevenar 7 Injection 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.Prevenar 7 Injection 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 Prevenar 7 Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Prevenar 7 Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during pregnancy is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during pregnancy is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Driving

SAFE - Prevenar 7 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.SAFE - Prevenar 7 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

What if I forget to take it?

If a dose of Prevenar 7 Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.If a dose of Prevenar 7 Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Manufacturer Address

The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai 400051.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Prevenar 7 Injection is very safe, having undergone extensive testing and continuous monitoring. Mild side effects like pain at the injection site or a slight fever may occur but typically resolve within a few days.
Prevenar 7 Injection consists of long polysaccharide chains that form the bacterial capsule, acting as antigens that stimulate antibody production to fight infections.
No, Prevenar 7 Injection contains no live virus; it is made from purified capsules of 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria and protects against most pneumococcal infections.
One dose of Prevenar 7 Injection is usually sufficient, with a second dose considered 3-5 years later for those at increased risk. A second dose within 3 years is not recommended due to higher side effect risks.
Prevenar 7 Injection should ideally be administered two weeks before spleen removal or chemotherapy. It should be avoided during such treatments and given at least 3 months after completion.
Yes, Prevenar 7 Injection can be administered alongside the influenza vaccine, provided they are given with different syringes and at different sites.
Individuals with minor illnesses like a cold can receive the vaccine, but those with high fever or serious illnesses should wait until recovery and consult a doctor.

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References

  • Pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent (25 Jul. 2020)

  • 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

  • Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine I.P (19 Oct. 2023)

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