Indications
Meningococcal Vaccine (Polysaccharide Vaccine) is used for active immunization against meningococcal disease caused by meningococci of serogroups A, C, W135 and Y. It is given to children from 2 years of age, adolescents and adults. The vaccine may also be used for people who live in closed communities, and for close contacts of patients with disease caused by meningococci of serogroups A, C, W135 and Y. It may also be given to travellers going to countries where the disease is epidemic or highly endemic.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Meningococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine is a freeze-dried preparation made from the group-specific polysaccharide antigens of Neisseria meningitidis Group A, Group C, Group Y and Group W135. Once it is reconstituted, it becomes a clear, colourless, sterile solution that is given by subcutaneous use.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: There isn't enough human data on the use of the meningococcal vaccine during pregnancy, and animal reproduction studies are not adequate either. So the vaccine should be given in pregnancy only when it is clearly needed and the possible advantages outweigh the possible risks for the fetus.
Lactation: Data on giving this vaccine to women who are breast-feeding are also not adequate. The vaccine can be given to a breast-feeding woman when it is needed and the possible advantages outweigh the possible risks.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.