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Prevenar 7 Injection

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Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

Product introduction

Prevenar 7 Injection is used for prevention of diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear infections, and blood infections.

Prevenar 7 Injection is usually given as an injection into the muscle of the upper arm by a doctor or a nurse. It should not be self-administered. Only one dose is needed for most people. A booster dose can be given 5 years after the first dose.

Some common side effects of this vaccine include fever and injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness). If these side effects persist or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To ensure safety, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, and kidneys. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.


Uses of Prevenar 7 Injection

  • Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection

Benefits of Prevenar 7 Injection

In Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection

Prevenar 7 Injection protects against pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as ear infections, sinus infections, meningitis (infection of the tissue covering the brain and spinal cord), bacteremia (bloodstream infection), or pneumonia (lungs infection). Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, children above 2 years of age, people with certain medical conditions, adults 65 years or older, and cigarette smokers are at the highest risk and can receive this vaccine. Most pneumococcal infections are mild. However, some can be serious. Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best defense against pneumococcal disease.

Side effects of Prevenar 7 Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Prevenar 7

  • Injection site redness
  • Fever

How to use Prevenar 7 Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Prevenar 7 Injection works

Prevenar 7 Injection is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Prevenar 7 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Prevenar 7 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Prevenar 7 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Prevenar 7 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Prevenar 7 Injection?

If you miss a dose of Prevenar 7 Injection, please consult your doctor.\n

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Quick tips

  • Prevenar 7 Injection is given to prevent invasive diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear, and blood infections.
  • It is usually given as an injection into the muscle (intramuscular) of the upper arm.
  • Only one dose is needed for most people. A booster dose can be given 5 years after the first dose.
  • Inform your doctor if you have an infection with a high temperature, as vaccination may need to be delayed until recovery.
  • It may cause fever. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or if it gets higher than 102 degree Fahrenheit.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES

Interaction with drugs

Taking Prevenar 7 with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Healgraft, Graftide-M, Ceptimmun
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Thioprinz, Lazorin, Azarid
Serious
Brand(s): Purinetone, 6-MP, Captomer
Serious
Brand(s): Imudrops
Serious

Patient concerns

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Plz tell me about pneumonia vaccine for my 2 month old child which vaccine is suitable for him
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, there are two vaccines available. Synflorix and Prevenar 13. Both are good vaccines.
I met a pediatrics today and asked for PCV vaccination . What injection should I buy now ?
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, the pcv vaccine available are synflorix and prevenar. Both are nearly equivalent in their efficacy. You can get either of them for your child.
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FAQs

Q. Is Prevenar 7 Injection a live virus?

No, Prevenar 7 Injection does not contain a live virus. The vaccine is prepared from purified pneumococcal (bacteria) capsule, which is derived from 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. Though it is not effective against all pneumococcal infections, it protects against a majority of pneumococcal infections.

Q. What does Prevenar 7 Injection mean?

The Prevenar 7 Injection contains long chains of polysaccharide (sugar) molecules. These molecules make up the surface capsule of the bacteria. These polysaccharides are the antigens that trigger the formation of antibodies which help in fighting against the infections.

Q. Is the Prevenar 7 Injection safe?

Yes, Prevenar 7 Injection are very safe. They have undergone years of testing before being licensed by the health authorities and are still under continuous monitoring for safety. Occasionally, there may be slight pain and swelling at the injection site or mild fever, but these subside gradually in a few days. If fever or discomfort persists, consult a doctor.

Q. How long is the Prevenar 7 Injection good for?

You or your child will require one dose of PPSV. A second dose is usually not given until after 3 years of the first dose and is usually not required in healthy people. However, a second dose may be considered usually between 3-5 years after the first dose in people at increased risk of serious pneumococcal infections (such as those without a spleen or if the spleen is not working properly). A second dose within 3 years of the first dose is not recommended due to higher risks of side effects.

Q. Can Prevenar 7 Injection be given prior to or after certain medical procedures?

It is recommended that Prevenar 7 Injection should preferably be given two weeks prior to planned spleen removal or initiation of chemotherapy or other immunosuppressive treatment. Vaccination during chemotherapy or radiation therapy should be avoided. The response to the vaccine may remain diminished following completion of chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer. Therefore, it is recommended that the vaccine should be given at least 3 months after such therapy. If the patient has received prolonged therapy or intensive therapy, a longer delay may be appropriate.

Q. Can Prevenar 7 Injection be received together with seasonal influenza vaccine?

Yes, Prevenar 7 Injection can be given with influenza vaccine or other vaccines but with a different syringe and at a different site. Most people are able to prevent both the infections by responding to both the vaccines at the same time.

Q. Can an individual receive Prevenar 7 Injection if they are not feeling well on the day of vaccination?

If you have a minor illness such as a common cold, then you can receive the vaccine. But, if you have an infection with high fever or some other long-standing illness, then vaccination should be taken only after you recover. Consult your doctor to know whether you can take it or not.

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References

  1. Pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent [Package Insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.; 1983. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2020]. (online) Available from: External Link
  2. Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 199-200.
  3. Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine I.P. [Package Insert]. Thane, Maharashtra: MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.; 2016. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from: External Link

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2024

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