Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent

Pronunciation : NEU-mo-KOK-al

ICD Code : Y58.9 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent

International :

Pneumovax

Why is Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an immunization vaccine, prescribed for vaccination against pneumococcal disease. It stimulates the body to make enough antibodies.

When should Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent?

SC/IM- Administer a single 0.5 ml dose.

How should Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider.

What are the warnings and precautions for Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of fever, heart disease, lung or breathing problems, infection, cancer, poor immunity, scheduled for an organ or bone marrow transplant, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It should not be used in elderly or children less than 2 years old.

What are the side effects of Pneumococcal Vaccine Polyvalent?

General - Weakness, uneasiness, fever, chills, pain, decreased limb mobility, swelling in the extremity.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting.
Blood - Lymph disease, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Hypersensitivity - Anaphylactoid reactions.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain and inflammation, muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Headache, tingling, Guillain-Barre syndrome, febrile convulsions.
Skin - Rash and hives.
Investigations - Increased serum C-reactive protein.