PNEUMOCOCCAL CONJUGATE VACCINE - INJECTION
PHONETIC PRONUNCIATION: (NEU-mo-KOK-al pee-dee-AT-rik)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Prevnar 13
GENERIC NAME(S): pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccine (Diphtheria crm)/PF
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USES: This vaccine is used to help protect from infection due to a certain bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae). This bacteria can cause ear infection or other more serious infections (such as pneumonia, meningitis). Some brands are approved for use only in children, while others can be used in both children and adults. Vaccines may not fully protect everyone who receives them. Another form of this vaccine should be used if the child or adult has certain medical conditions (such as heart disease, lung disease, liver disease, diabetes, spleen problems, sickle cell anemia, HIV infection). Talk to your health care professional for more details.
How to use PNEUMOCOCCAL CONJUGATE VACCINE - INJECTION
HOW TO USE: Read all vaccine information available from your health care professional before receiving the vaccine. If you have any questions, ask your health care professional. This vaccine is injected into a muscle by a health care professional. It is usually injected into the thigh in infants or into the upper arm in toddlers, children, and adults. The child may receive up to 4 injections. The number of injections that are given depends on the age of the child. Adults only receive 1 injection. If the child is receiving this vaccination before spleen surgery or before receiving cancer chemotherapy or other drugs that decrease the immune system function, it should be given at least 2 weeks before these procedures to be effective. Talk to your health care professional for more information.
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IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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