MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION 0.5ML

MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION belongs to the class of medicines called immunizing agents. MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION helps protect against infections caused by bacteria (germs) called 'Neisseria meningitidis' types A, C, W-135, and Y. Neisseria meningitidis bacteria can cause serious illnesses such as meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord), and septicaemia (an infection of the blood).

MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION is a vaccine or immunizing agent that contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugates. MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION helps your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the bacteria. These antibodies help protect you against the diseases.

A healthcare professional will administer MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION . In a few cases, MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION may cause side effects such as low-grade fever, redness, pain, and swelling at the injection site. These side effects are temporary and resolve over time. However, inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worse.  

Before using MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION , let your doctor know about your and/or your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all the ongoing medications. You must inform your doctor before getting MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, want to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION belongs to the group of medications called ‘immunising agents’ used for the prevention of meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (an infection of the blood) in adults, adolescents, children and infants over the age of 6 weeks. MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugates that help the body to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against meningitis and septicaemia.

• Fever
• Tiredness (fatigue)
• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Feeling drowsy
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling irritable
• Swelling, pain and redness where the injection is given

Before using MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION , let your doctor know about all your and/or your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications used. Do not use any other drugs or supplements with MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION unless prescribed by the doctor. MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION will only protect against infections caused by the bacteria 'Neisseria meningitidis' types A, C, W-135, and Y. MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION is recommended not to be used under the age of 6 weeks. Inform your doctor if you have an infection with a high temperature (over 38°C); the vaccination will not be given until you feel better.

Drug-Drug Interactions: MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION may interact with medications indicated for immune reconstitution in pediatric patients with congenital athymia (e.g. allogeneic processed thymus tissue)

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: MENCEVAX ACWY INJECTION may interact with disease conditions, including Fever, Infection - Bacterial/Fungal/Protozoal/Viral, and weak immune system.

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• Consume a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Avoid processed and refined foods.
• Foods rich in vitamin C, such as tomatoes, strawberries, and citrus fruits, help to improve immunity. 
• Limit dairy products such as milk and cheese.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine intake and quit smoking.
• Take adequate rest after vaccination.
• Drink a lot of water. Staying hydrated is essential both before and after your vaccination.
• Eat a well-balanced diet. A well-balanced diet is essential.

Meningitis: Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges.

Septicaemia: It is a bacterial infection caused by an immense number of bacteria entering the blood bloodstream.