Prevnar

(pneumococcal-vaccine-conjugated)

Prevnar (Pneumococcal-vaccine-conjugated) belongs to a group of medications known as vaccines. It is used to prevent pneumonia (lung infection), Meningitis (brain lining infection), ear infections, pleural empyema (pus buildup in the space between the lung and the chest wall), bacteraemia (bacterial blood infection), and sepsis (a life-threatening infection causing rapid breathing and heart rate, organ shutdown, and dangerously Low Blood Pressure) caused by various types of pneumococcal bacteria.

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Immunization with the pneumococcal vaccine requires 1 to 4 doses of the vaccine, depending on the person's age at the first dose. This vaccine may be given at the same time as other routine vaccinations.

The vaccine will be injected into a muscle (preferably in the thigh or upper, outer arm) by a qualified health professional.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. Your doctor may recommend a dose different from the ones listed here.

It is important Prevnar (Pneumococcal-vaccine-conjugated) be given exactly as recommended by your doctor. If your child misses an appointment to receive the pneumococcal vaccine, contact your doctor as soon as possible to reschedule the appointment. Add all vaccines your child receives to their immunization record.

The vaccine should be kept in a refrigerator until it is ready to be used. Keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this vaccine. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Prevnar (Pneumococcal-vaccine-conjugated) with your child's doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Prevnar (Pneumococcal-vaccine-conjugated). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your child's doctor if your child experiences these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

decreased appetite
Diarrhea
drowsiness
Fever of less than 39°C (102.2°F)
headache
irritability
reaction at place of injection such as:

hard lump
pain
redness
soreness
swelling

restless sleep
unusual crying
vomiting
skin rash

Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your child's doctor or seek medical attention.

Check with your child's doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

fever over 39°C (102.2°F)
prolonged fever (lasting longer than 5 days)
rash all over the body

Seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

temporarily stopping breathing
collapse
seizures
signs of an allergic reaction:

difficulty breathing or swallowing
Hives
itching, especially of feet or hands
reddening of skin, especially around the ears
swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose
unusual tiredness or weakness (sudden or severe)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your child's doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you.

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