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Pneumovax 23

Pneumococcal 23-Val P-Sac Vac

What is Pneumovax 23 used for?

This vaccine helps protect against serious infection (such as meningitis, bacteria in the blood) due to certain bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae). This vaccine is important for preventing infection in individuals at risk (such as those with heart disease, lung disease, liver disease, diabetes, alcoholism, spleen problems, sickle cell anemia, or HIV, or those living in a nursing home).

CHEMICAL NAME

Pneumococcal 23-Val P-Sac Vac (NEU-mo-KOK-al paa-lee-SA-kr-ide)

DRUG TYPE

Vaccinations

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Pneumovax 23 Frequently Asked Questions

Read all vaccine information available from your health care professional before receiving the vaccine. If you have any questions, ask your health care professional.

This vaccine is injected into a muscle or under the skin by a health care professional. When this vaccine is injected into a muscle, it is given in the upper arm or thigh.

You may need to have another dose of vaccine if you are still at high risk for infection. This is especially true if you are younger than 65 years old when you receive the first dose of this vaccine. A second dose should not be given until 5 years after your first dose. Ask your health care professional for more details.

If you are receiving this vaccination before spleen surgery or before receiving cancer chemotherapy or other drugs that decrease your immune system function, it should be given at least 2 weeks before these procedures to be effective. Talk to your health care professional for more information.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Pneumovax 23 Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Syringe
25Mcg/0.5
Vial
25Mcg/0.5