Generic Name
Meningococcal Groups A With C (Meningitis Vaccine)Packs Price
- Inj (062227): 1 Vialx.5 ml:
Mevac Ac
Therapeutic Group
VaccineIndication Dosage
Meningococcal Groups A with C vaccine is used to protect against serious infections caused by certain bacteria called meningococci. This vaccine helps prevent a type of illness called meningitis, which can cause high fever, severe headaches, and neck stiffness. It's especially important for people who may be at higher risk, such as college students living in dorms or travelers to areas with meningitis outbreaks. Getting this vaccine can help keep you safe from these infections.
Active Immunisation Against Types A, & C Menin-gococci:
By Sc Inj:
- Adult & Children Above 2 Months: 0.5 Ml Single Dose, Preferably Injected Into Deltoid Region
Content
- Inj: Each 0.5 ml; 200 Mcg Of Purified Polysaccharide From N. Meningitis (50 Mcg Of Group A, 50 Mcg Of Group C, And Diluent.
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
- Vaccine
Contra Indications
- None Known
Precautions
- None Known
Lactation
- Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
- Low Grade Fever
- Pain At Inj Site.
- Rare: Kawasaki Disease (in Children)
- Unusual Crying (in Children)
Available Brands
Author
Shahid Arif