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Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection 0.5 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection belongs to a class of medicines known as immunizing agents primarily used to treat pneumococcal infections. It protects against diseases such as sepsis or bacteraemia (bacteria in the bloodstream), meningitis (inflammation around the brain), ear infections, pneumonia (lung infection). Pneumococcal infection is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection contains Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine which helps to develop immunity by starting a mild infection. This kind of infection does not produce disease but stimulates the body's immune system to make antibodies (proteins) to prevent any upcoming infections.

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self administer it. In some cases, you may experience some common side effects like fever, injection site redness, rashes, decreased appetite, irritation, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components. Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection should not be taken in conditions like severe infections with high temperatures. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection . Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection can be safely given to the children if prescribed by your doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection

Prevention of Pneumococcal infections (infections of the ear, blood, brain and lungs)

Medicinal Benefits

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection  is primarily used to treat pneumococcal infections like an infection in the lungs, brains, blood and inner ear. It helps to develop immunity by starting a mild infection. This kind of condition does not produce disease but stimulates the body's immune system to make antibodies (proteins) to prevent any upcoming infections. This vaccine is used to treat adults and children against infectious illnesses.

Directions for Use

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection will be administrated by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection

  • Fever
  • Injection site redness
  • Rashes
  • Decreased appetite
  • Irritation
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you have a severe infection with high fever, bleeding problems, weak immune system, or seizures. Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection may cause fever, talk to your doctor if it does not go away or if the fever crosses 102°F. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection . Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection can be safely given to the children above 6weeks if prescribed by your doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection may have interaction with medicines used to decrease the immune system (sirolimus, tacrolimus, hydrocortisone), medicines used for psoriasis (betamethasone), and the medicines used for rheumatoid arthritis/inflammation in the joint (azathioprine, etanercept, leflunomide).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection should not be used in patients having severe infections with a high fever.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TACROLIMUS
  • SIROLIMUS
  • BETAMETHASONE
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • AZATHIOPRINE
  • ETANERCEPT
  • LEFLUNOMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods like nuts, beans, seeds, white meat and cold-water fishes like salmon and sardines as they have anti-inflammatory properties. 
  • Avoid drinking alcohol as it decreases immunity.
  • Eat citrus fruits like orange, kiwi, mandarin and lemon, as they enhance the immune system.
  • Eat yoghurt as it decreases the growth of harmful gut bacteria. It also improves the immune system.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pneumococcal Disease: Pneumococcal disease is a severe infection caused by bacteria. It can cause pneumonia (inflammation in the lungs). Besides this, pneumococcal bacteria can infect the sinuses (small air pockets placed at the back of your forehead, cheekbones, nose and in between the eyes) and inner ear. It can also infect the blood, lungs and brain and these conditions can be serious.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol may decrease the efficacy of the immune system. Alcohol consumption is the most important risk factor for pneumococcal infections. Therefore, avoid the consumption of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits overweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection can be taken by a breastfeeding mother or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection has no or negligible influence on your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection in patients with kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection can be safely given to children above 6weeks when prescribed by a child specialist.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3Rd Floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country Of Origin: India
Other Info - NUK0021

FAQs

Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection belongs to a class of medicines known as immunizing agents primarily used to treat pneumococcal infections. It protects against diseases such as sepsis or bacteraemia (bacteria in the bloodstream), meningitis (inflammation around the brain), ear infections, pneumonia (lung infection).
Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection helps to develop immunity by starting a mild infection. This kind of infection does not produce disease but stimulates the body's immune system to make antibodies (proteins) to prevent any upcoming infections.
Yes, Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection can be given with influenza vaccine or other vaccines but at a different site with a different syringe. Most people are capable of preventing both infections by responding to both vaccines simultaneously.
If you have a minor condition like the common cold, then you can receive Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection . But, if you have a severe infection with a high fever or a few other long-lasting diseases, then Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection should be taken only after you recover. Please consult your doctor for more information.
No, Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection should not be given under the skin. It should be given as an intramuscular injection (through the muscles). It should be injected in the thigh muscles in infants or in the upper arm in children and adults by a health care practitioner.
Yes, Nukovax 23 PFS Adult Vaccine Injection is safe. Infrequently, there may be minor pain and swelling at the injection site or mild fever, but these resolve gradually in a few days. If fever or discomfort continues, inform a doctor.

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