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Product introduction

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is used to prevent meningococcal disease. This is indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135.

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases

Uses of Mencevax Acwy Injection

Benefits of Mencevax Acwy Injection

In Prevention of Meningococcal disease

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is a vaccine that helps protect against meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135 in children (from 2 years of age), adolescents and adults. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts. Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best defense against meningococcal disease. Maintaining healthy habits, like getting plenty of rest and not having close contact with people who are sick, is also helpful in preventing it.

Side effects of Mencevax Acwy 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 Mencevax Acwy

  • Injection site reaction
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Irritation
  • Muscle pain

How to use Mencevax Acwy Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mencevax Acwy Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Mencevax Acwy Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mencevax Acwy Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mencevax Acwy Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is used to prevent meningococcal disease.
  • It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
  • Your doctor will advise you if and when you should receive a booster dose.
  • Immunocompromised individuals or persons suffering from functional or anatomic asplenia (including sickle cell disease) should get it.
  • People travelling to US & Europe, Hajj (as meningococcal meningitis is more prevalent there) are advised to get vaccinated with Mencevax Acwy Vaccine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Subunit (Purified antigen)

Patient concerns

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Do you suggest meningococal vaccine should be given to my kid as it is mentioned as optional in schedule. Which brand do you suggest - Sanofi or Glaxo. There is considerable difference in cost between the two.
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, meningococcal vaccine is recommended for children as it protects against meningitis especially among children who like in hostels or are immune compromised.
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mendu jvar (brain fever)vaccine when take place to child is it important to baby
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, this vaccine protects children against meningococcal vaccine. it should be given and is a useful vaccine. Please consult your pediatrician for complete info about the vaccine.
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FAQs

What is Mencevax Acwy Vaccine?

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135. Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is approved for use in persons aged 2 months through 55 years.

Who should not take Mencevax Acwy Vaccine?

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. If you have had an allergic reaction to any medicine earlier, inform your doctor about it.

Is a booster dose of Mencevax Acwy Vaccine needed?

Yes, a single booster dose of Mencevax Acwy Vaccine may be administered to individuals aged 15 through 55 years who may be at a continued risk of getting meningococcal disease, if at least 4 years have passed since a prior dose of it was given. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

How is Mencevax Acwy Vaccine given?

Mencevax Acwy Vaccine is given by a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into the muscle of your upper arm, but it may also be given in the thigh muscle in children. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Mencevax Acwy Vaccine.

Can Mencevax Acwy Vaccine cause meningococcal disease?

No. Mencevax Acwy Vaccine will not cause meningococcal disease. It just helps your body in producing antibodies against it, so that your body can fight the infection if you are exposed to it in future.

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References

  1. 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. p. 202.
  2. Vaccine.com. Meningococcal. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: India
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