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EspañolPneumovax 23 overview
BRAND NAMES:
Pneumovax 23
Generic Names:
Pneumovax 23
Uses:
Prevents severe infections, such as pneumonia and meningitis.
Therapeutic Classes:
Vaccine
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Pneumovax 23 used for?
Pneumococcal is a dangerous and fatal infection caused by bacteria. This bacteria infects the sinuses, lungs, blood, inner ear, and the brain. Using Pneumovax 23 which contains 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria can prevent the infection, by exposing you to a small amount of protein found in the bacteria so the body can build up an immunity to it. This drug will not treat an infection that is already active in the body. Pneumovax 23 is used only by adults and children at least 2 years old.
What form(s) does Pneumovax 23 come in
Injectable
What are common Pneumovax 23 doses?
Syringe 0.5ML of 25MCG/0.5ML
Vial 0.5ML of 25MCG/0.5ML
Common Pneumovax 23 prescriptions
Pneumovax 23
0.5ml of 25mcg/0.5ml syringePneumovax 23
0.5ml of 25mcg/0.5ml vial
How to take Pneumovax 23
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. This vaccine is given as a shot into a muscle or under the skin, usually in the thigh or upper arm.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. This vaccine is given as a shot into a muscle or under the skin, usually in the thigh or upper arm.
Pneumovax 23 contraindications
This vaccine is not right for everyone. You should not receive this vaccine if you had an allergic reaction to pneumococcal vaccine.
Pneumovax 23 warnings
Tell your doctor if you have any problems with spinal fluid, which could be caused by a birth defect or previous surgery. This vaccine may not prevent meningitis in people who have spinal fluid problems.
Tell your doctor if you have a weak immune system. You may not be fully protected by this vaccine.
Tell the doctor if you are currently sick, or if you have heart disease, blood vessel disease, or lung disease.
Adults and adolescents: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Pneumovax 23 interactions
Some medicines can affect how this vaccine works. Tell your doctor if you are receiving a treatment or medicine that causes a weak immune system. This includes radiation treatment, steroid medicine (such as hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prednisone), or cancer medicine.
You should not receive varicella virus vaccine (Zostavax®) at the same time that you are given pneumococcal vaccine. The vaccines should be given 4 weeks apart.
Tell your doctor if you have a weak immune system. You may not be fully protected by this vaccine.
Tell your doctor if you have any problems with spinal fluid, which could be caused by a birth defect or previous surgery. This vaccine may not prevent meningitis in people who have spinal fluid problems.
Pneumovax 23 side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
High fever
Pain, redness, swelling, or tenderness where the shot was given
Tiredness or weakness
Less Serious Side Effects
Pain, redness, swelling, or tenderness where the shot was given
Tiredness or weakness
Muscle or joint pain
Headache