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About Prevenar 13 Vaccine
Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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, and pneumonia (lung infection). Prevenar 13 Vaccine provides protection against 13 types of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.
Prevenar 13 Vaccine contains 'Pneumococcal 13 valent conjugate' which is a type of vaccine. It 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.
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 Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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. Prevenar 13 Vaccine should not be taken in conditions like infections with high temperatures. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Prevenar 13 Vaccine . Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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 Prevenar 13 Vaccine
Directions for Use
Medicinal Benefits
Prevenar 13 Vaccine is 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). Prevenar 13 Vaccine provides protection against 13types of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. 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.
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Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components. Inform your doctor if you have a severe infection with high fever, bleeding problems, weak immune system, or seizures. Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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 Prevenar 13 Vaccine . Prevenar 13 Vaccine can be safely given to the children above 6weeks if prescribed by your doctor.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
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Therapeutic Class
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.
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.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Prevenar 13 Vaccine can be taken by a breastfeeding mother or not.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Prevenar 13 Vaccine has no or negligible influence on your ability to drive.
Liver
Caution
Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Prevenar 13 Vaccine in patients with liver problems.
Kidney
Caution
Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Prevenar 13 Vaccine in patients with kidney problems.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Prevenar 13 Vaccine can be safely given to children above 6weeks when prescribed by a child specialist.
Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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, and pneumonia (lung infection).
Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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, Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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 disease like the common cold, then you can receive Prevenar 13 Vaccine . But, if you have an infection with high fever or a few other long-lasting diseases, then Prevenar 13 Vaccine should be taken only after you recover. Please consult your doctor for more information.
No, Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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, Prevenar 13 Vaccine 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.
The dose of Prevenar 13 Vaccine can vary for different aged people. Prevenar 13 Vaccine is administered as a four-dose series for infants and toddlers at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months of age. For children of age 6 to 17 years a single dose is given, for adults 18 years and older a single dose is given. Therefore, follow the vaccination schedule provided by your doctor to ensure full protection.
Prevenar 13 Vaccine should not be given to individuals who are allergic to Prevenar 13 Vaccine , who are suffering with severe infection with high fever, bleeding problems, weak immune system, or seizures. Also, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding, pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Prevenar 13 Vaccine . It is not recommended for children below 6 weeks of age. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
The common side effects of Prevenar 13 Vaccine are fever, injection site redness, rashes, decreased appetite, irritation, vomiting, and diarrhoea. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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