Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5ml
About Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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.
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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.
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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 Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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. Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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 Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml. Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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 Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml
Pneumococcal infections (infections of ear, blood, brain and lungs)
Medicinal Benefits
Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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.
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Side Effects of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml
- Fever
- Injection site redness
- Rashes
- Decreased appetite
- Irritation
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
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. Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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 Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml. Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml can be safely given to the children above 6weeks if prescribed by your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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: Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml 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
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
UNSAFEAlcohol 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
CAUTIONPlease 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
CAUTIONPlease consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml can be taken by a breastfeeding mother or not.
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DRIVING
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDPneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml has no or negligible influence on your ability to drive.
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LIVER
CAUTIONPlease consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml in patients with liver problems.
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KIDNEY
CAUTIONPlease consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml in patients with kidney problems.
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CHILDREN
CAUTIONPneumovax 23 Vaccine 0.5 ml can be safely given to children above 6weeks when prescribed by a child specialist.
Habit Forming
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.
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