Synflorix
Synflorix Products are primarily used for
Prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection, Typhoid fever, Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
About Synflorix Products
Uses of Synflorix Products
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Conjugate Vaccine is used in prevention of pneumonia, meningitis, blood infection & ear infection, typhoid fever, Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease, meningococcal disease, pneumonia and Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Synflorix Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Synflorix are Fever, Irritability, Loss of appetite, Drowsiness.
How Synflorix Products work
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Conjugate Vaccine 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.
Patient Concerns about Synflorix Products
Frequently asked questions about Synflorix Products
Frequently asked questions about Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Conjugate Vaccine
Q. What does Synflorix Vaccine protect against?
Synflorix Vaccine helps protect against infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, including pneumonia, meningitis, blood infections, and ear infections. It generates immunity against different pneumococcal serotypes.
Q. At what age can this vaccine be given?
Synflorix Vaccine is approved for use in individuals 6 weeks of age and older, including infants, children, and adults.
Q. How is Synflorix Vaccine given?
It is given as an intramuscular injection (a shot into the muscle) by a doctor or a nurse.
Q. Can Synflorix Vaccine be given if my child was born prematurely?
Yes, but premature infants may have a small risk of temporary breathing pauses after vaccination, so the timing and monitoring of the dose should be carefully managed by a doctor.
Q. Who should not receive Synflorix Vaccine?
Anyone who has had a severe allergic reaction to a previous pneumococcal vaccine or to any component of this vaccine should not receive it.
Q. Can I get this vaccine if I have a weak immune system?
Yes, but people with weakened immune systems may have a reduced response to the vaccine. Your doctor will determine whether vaccination is appropriate in your case.
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