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Overview Of Pneumococcal Disease:
Pneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These bacteria can cause many types of illnesses, including pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. Pneumococcal bacteria are one of the most common causes of pneumonia. Besides pneumonia, pneumococcal bacteria can also cause:
- Ear infections
- Sinus infections
- Meningitis (infection of the tissue covering the brain and spinal cord)
- Bacteraemia (bloodstream infection)
Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but children under 2 years of age, people with certain medical conditions, adults 65 years or older, and cigarette smokers are at the highest risk.Most pneumococcal infections are mild. However, some can result in long-term problems, such as brain damage or hearing loss. Meningitis, bacteremia, and pneumonia caused by pneumococcal disease can be fatal.
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What is Pneumovax 23 ?
Pneumovax 23 is a vaccine that helps protect against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections.
What is Pneumovax 23 used for?
Pneumovax 23 (pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent) is commonly given to help protect from infections caused by 23 types of streptococcus pneumoniae, which is a kind of bacteria. It helps prevent infections like Pneumonia, Meningitis, and Bloodstream infections.
How does Pneumovax 23 work (mechanism of action)?
Pneumovax 23 vaccine triggers the body’s immune response to make a type of protein (antibodies) against 23 types of the bacteria called pneumococcus. If you have antibodies against these bacteria, your body is better able to fight them, which may help you from getting sick.
It’s important to note that it doesn’t protect against all types of pneumonia, but it is effective against many of the most common and dangerous strains.
Know this before you take Pneumovax 23 vaccine:
- PNEUMOVAX 23 helps protect you from serious infections caused by 23 types of, bacteria called pneumococcus.
- The vaccine will not give you or your child disease caused by these bacteria.
- PNEUMOVAX 23 will not prevent disease caused by capsular types of pneumococcus other than those contained in the vaccine.
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How Pneumovax 23 vaccine is given ?
Pneumovax 23 vaccine: 0.5 ml is administered Intramuscular (into the muscle) or subcutaneously (SC) in the deltoid muscle of upper arm or lateral mid-thigh.
How many doses of Pneumovax I should take?
Most people need only one dose of PPSV23. A second dose of PPSV23, and another type of pneumococcal vaccine called PCV13, are recommended for certain high-risk groups.
When will I get Immunity after getting vaccinated ?
- The immune response usually occurs within 2 to 3 weeks after vaccination.
- Overall, the vaccine is 60% to 70% effective in preventing IPD caused by serotypes in the vaccine.
Who can take the Pneumovax 23 Vaccine?
Adults aged 65 and older and People with chronic conditions like Diabetes
Individuals with weakened immune systems like:
- HIV
- Cancers
- Organ transplant recipients
- Kidney failure or those on Dialysis
Adults aged 19-64 with certain chronic conditions:
- Chronic Heart or lung disease
- Diabetes
- Liver Disease
- Alcoholism
- Smoking
Children aged 2 to 18 years with certain conditions:
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Cochlear implants
- Weakened immune system
Who should not take Pneumovax 23 Vaccine?
- Pneumovax 23 is not recommended in children < 2 years, as safety and efficacy are not established.
- Allergies to any of the ingredients of the vaccine
Warning/ Caution: Pregnancy and Lactation
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What are the common side effects of Pneumovax 23 vaccine?
The most common side effects of Pneumovax 23 are:
- Pain, soreness, warmth, swelling, hardness, and redness at the injection site
- Headache
- Feeling unusually weak or tired
- Muscle pain
What are the serious side effects of Pneumovax 23 Vaccine?
Pneumovax 23 may cause allergic reactions, which can be serious.
- Breathing problems or wheezing
- Racing heart
- Fever or general ill feeling
- Swollen Lymph nodes
- Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Trouble swallowing or throat tightness
- Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called Hives
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting
- Stomach cramps
- Joint pain
What should you discuss with healthcare provider before getting Pneumovax 23 Vaccine?
Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using.
In particular, make sure that you discuss if you have any of the following :
- Heart problems
- Lung problems
- Fever or recent illness
- A weak immune system, get infections easily, or take medicines or treatments that suppress the immune system such as radiation or chemotherapy
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage from a skull fracture, surgery, or problems since birth
- Pregnancy: It is not known if or how Pneumovax 23 could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby.
- Breastfeeding: It is not known if Pneumovax 23 passes into breast milk.
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What does Pneumovax 23 vaccine contains?
Pneumovax 23, contains the following ingredients:
- Pneumococcal polysaccharides from 23 types of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.
- Each 0.5 mL dose contains 25 µg of capsular polysaccharide from each of 23 types of pneumococci: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6B*, 7F, 8, 9N, 9V*, 10A, 11A, 12F, 14*, 15B, 17F, 18C, 19A*, 19F*, 20, 22F, 23F*, 33F
Non-medicinal Ingredients:
- Phosphate-buffered saline – 0.9% (w/w) This solution helps maintain the stability of the vaccine.
- Phenol – 0.25% (w/w) – A preservative to prevent contamination.
- Water – Used as a diluent.
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Common inquiries regarding Pneumovax 23 vaccine
Pneumovax 23 is a type of polysaccharide vaccine that helps protect against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections.
Pneumococcus bacteria also called as Streptococcus pneumoniae, causes several disease:
- Pneumonia: lung infection causing fever, cough, chest pain
- Meningitis: Infection of membranes surrounding Brain and Spinal cord
- Otitis Media: A middle ear infection , especially common in children
- Bacteremia: Bloodstream infection that leads to sepsis causing fever, chills, rapid breathing
- Sinusitis: Infection of sinuses leading to facial pain, nasal congestion and headache
Pneumovax 23 is effective in reducing the risk of severe pneumococcal infections. The vaccine is 60% to 70% effective in preventing IPD caused by serotypes in the vaccine.
No, It protects against 23 specific types of pneumococcal bacteria, which are a common cause of bacterial pneumonia. However it does not protect against viral pneumonia.
It is given as a single injection in to the muscle or under the skin (subcutaneous) typically in the upper arm.
Yes, Pneumovax 23 can be given with other vaccines, like Influenza.
The protection after Pneumovax 23 vaccination generally lasts at least 5 years. In some second dose is recommended for those with certain medical conditions or weak immunity.
yes, it is safe and highly recommended for individuals with chronic conditions, including diabetes, as they are at higher risk for pneumococcal infections
Yes, having pneumonia once does not provide lifelong immunity, and pneumovax 23 helps to protect against future infections.
Pneumovax 23 is usually not recommended during pregnancy.
If you have mild illness like a cold,you can still get the vaccine,However it is better to wait until recovery from moderate to severe illness.