Pneumo 23
Generic Name
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Packs Price
- Inj (025265): 1 PFS: 1020.00: 1200.00
Company
SANOFI-AVENTIS
Therapeutic Group
Vaccine
Indication Dosage
The Pneumococcal Vaccine is used to protect against a type of bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae, which can cause serious illnesses like pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections. It is recommended for children and adults, especially those with weakened immune systems or certain medical conditions, to prevent these infections and their complications.
Active Immunisation Against Pneumococcal Disease:
By SC Or IM:
- Adults & Children Above 2 Yr: A Single Dose Of 0.5 Ml.
Content
- Inj: Purified Mixture Of Polysaccharides From 23 Pneumococcal Types, 25 Mcg In 0.5 ml; Pre-Filled Syringe.
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
Contra Indications
- Less Than 10 Days Prior To Or During Immunosuppressive Therapy, Patients With Hodgkin's Disease Who Have Received Extensive Chemotherapy And/or Nodal Irradiation, Pregnancy, Lactation.
Precautions
- Less Than 10 Days Prior To Or During Immunosuppressive Therapy, Patients With Hodgkin's Disease Who Have Received Extensive Chemotherapy And/or Nodal Irradiation, Pregnancy, Lactation.
Lactation
- Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
- Fever
- Local Reaction
- Relapse Of Patients With Stabilized Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.