Generic Name
Meningococcal Groups A With C And W135 And Y VaccinePacks Price
- Inj (062226): 1 Vialx5 ml:
Mevac Acyw 135
Therapeutic Group
VaccineIndication Dosage
The Meningococcal Groups A, C, W135, and Y Vaccine are given to protect against serious infections caused by specific types of bacteria called meningococci. This vaccine is recommended for teenagers and young adults to help prevent diseases like meningitis and septicemia (blood poisoning) caused by these bacteria. It's an important vaccine to keep you healthy and safe.
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, 50 Mcg Of Group Y 50 Mcg Of Group W135); 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