Leaflet VACCIN MENINGOCOCIC POLIZAHARIDIC A+C powder and solvent for injection suspension

Product code:
W13389001
Quantity:
1
Indicated for:
prevention of meningococcal disease
Route of administration:
injectable
ATC
J07AH03 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Bacterial vaccines | Meningococcal vaccines

Precautions:

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis

Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.

Additional monitoring

Additional monitoring

This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.

Refrigerated storage

Refrigerated storage

Store in the refrigerator as instructed in the leaflet.

Protect from light

Protect from light

Store protected from light.

The meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine is used to prevent infections caused by Neisseria meningitidis, a bacterium that can cause meningitis and septicemia. The vaccine contains purified capsular polysaccharides from multiple serogroups of the bacterium, such as A, C, W, and Y, which stimulate the immune system to produce specific antibodies against these serogroups.

The vaccine is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly, usually in a single dose, and is recommended for individuals traveling to endemic areas, those at increased risk of infection (such as students living in dormitories), or during outbreaks.

Common side effects include pain at the injection site, mild fever, and fatigue. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions may occur.

The meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine is an important preventive measure for reducing the incidence of meningococcal diseases, helping to protect vulnerable populations and prevent outbreaks.

General data about VACCIN MENINGOCOCIC POLIZAHARIDIC A+C

Substance:
polysaccharide meningococcal vaccine
Date of latest medicines list:
01-02-2018
Product code:
W13389001
Pharmaceutical form:
powder and solvent for injection suspension
Quantity:
1
Product type:
Original
Prescription status:
P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Pharmaceutical forms available for polysaccharide meningococcal vaccine