Table of contents

• Pneumococcal vaccine drug information
• What is pneumococcal vaccine for?
• Difference between pneumococcal vaccine 13 and 23
• Who does not need pneumococcal vaccine?. Pneumococcal vaccine for infants and children
  • Difference between pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccine for children
• Pneumococcal vaccine for adults
  • 1.... pneumococcal vaccine during pregnancy
  • 2.... pneumococcal vaccine in Breastfeeding
• When to inject the pneumococcal vaccine and its dose
• How to inject the pneumococcal vaccine
• Complications of the pneumococcal vaccine in adult men and women
  • 1... mild side effects
  • 2... side effects Serious
• Complications of pneumococcal vaccine in infants and children
  • Symptoms of allergy to pneumococcal vaccine in children under 2 years of age
  • What should be done in case of complications? Caution
  • Pneumococcal vaccine drug interactions
  • Pneumococcal vaccine interactions in the body
  • Where is pneumococcal vaccine made?
  • Pneumococcus vaccine price
  • Final word
  • Questions

    Drug information of pneumococcal vaccine

    This vaccine is injected to prevent pneumococcal disease.... because this disease is highly contagious and easily transmitted from one person to another.... This transmission usually takes place through direct contact with body secretions such as saliva or mucus.

    What is pneumococcal vaccine for?

    This vaccine prevents pneumococcal disease, which is caused by a special bacterium called Streptococcus pneumoniae. This disease is more common in children, but it may also cause serious problems in the elderly or people with chronic diseases.

    Pneumococcal infection plays a role in the occurrence of many diseases, of which pneumonia is one of the most common.. But what is pneumonia?.. Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation of the air sacs in the lungs and is usually accompanied by cough, fever, chills, and shortness of breath. This disease can be caused by a bacterial, viral or fungal infection, but the bacterial type is more common and severe.

    Other diseases that may be caused by pneumococcal infection include:

    • meningitis
    • Sinus infection
    • Middle ear infection (otitis media)
    • bloodstream infection (bacteremia)

    Difference between pneumococcal vaccine 13 and 23

    Vaccine prevents pneumococcal disease and plays an important role in reducing the spread of this disease in society... Currently, various types of vaccines are used to prevent this disease, the most important of which are as follows:

    • Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13): Protects you against 13 types of bacteria.
    • Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23): has a protective effect against 23 types of bacteria.

    Who needs the pneumococcal vaccine?

    Injection of this vaccine is recommended for the following people:

    • All infants and children under 2 years old
    • Adults over 65
    • People who have chronic or long-term diseases such as diabetes or heart diseases
    • People who have a weak immune system
    • Adults who use tobacco

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    Who should not receive the pneumococcal vaccine?

    You should not receive this vaccine if any of the following apply to you:

    • You have previously had a severe allergic reaction to this vaccine
    • You are allergic to medicine that contains diphtheria toxin
    • You feel bad right now

    Pneumococcal vaccine for infants and children

    This vaccine protects children against infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. This bacterium is often found in the nose and throat of healthy people, especially children..

    Children under 2 years of age are more at risk of contracting pneumococcal disease than others... Also, children who have one of the following conditions may contract this disease:

    • Snail planting
    • leakage of cerebrospinal fluid
    • Diabetes
    Kidney disorders such as nephrotic syndrome Sickle cell anemia or spleen damage
    • Weakened immune system due to medication, organ transplant or disease (cancer and HIV)

    Difference between pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccine for children

    Rotavirus vaccine is a vaccine that is given orally to children... This vaccine prevents diseases caused by rotavirus by activating immune reactions in the body... Its most important effect is preventing severe diarrhea and vomiting... Problems that, if neglected, lead to severe dehydration and hospitalization.

    Pneumococcal vaccine for adults

    Infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria may lead to severe and even life-threatening problems in some adults, especially the elderly and people with underlying diseases. This vaccine protects these people from the bacteria by strengthening the immune system and reduces the risk of related diseases.

    1... pneumococcal vaccine during pregnancy

    Currently, due to the lack of information, there is no recommendation to use this vaccine during pregnancy.. The decision to inject the vaccine was made based on comparing the benefits of the drug with the possible risks.. But it does not seem to have any risk to the fetus.

    2... pneumococcal vaccine in breastfeeding

    Injecting pneumococcal vaccine during breastfeeding is safe, but this should be done after consulting an infectious disease doctor online... Research shows that after the vaccine is injected, the level of antibodies in breast milk increases and these antibodies are transferred to the baby.

    Pneumococcal vaccine injection time and its dose

    Injection of this vaccine is usually recommended before the age of 2 and after the age of 65.... but other people may also need it in certain circumstances.... The number of vaccine doses depends on your age and health status:

    • Children: PCV13 vaccine is injected in four doses (ages 2, 4, 6 and 12 to 15 months).
    • Adults: One dose is usually sufficient...but in people at high risk of infection, a second dose may be recommended.

    You can inject this vaccine at the same time as other vaccines, including the flu vaccine.

    How to inject pneumococcal vaccine

    This vaccine is injected in two ways:

    • Muscular injection: is the most common method of vaccine injection and is usually done in the upper arm.
    • Subcutaneous injection: In certain circumstances, the vaccine may be injected under the skin of the arm or thigh. This method is more painful compared to intramuscular injection.

    Complications of pneumococcal vaccine in adult men and women

    Most people who receive this vaccine will not experience any special symptoms or problems.... But like the corona vaccine or any other medicine, there is a possibility of unwanted side effects.... These side effects are divided into 2 categories, mild and severe.

    1... mild side effects

    These side effects vary depending on the type of vaccine you receive and usually go away within a few days... Possible side effects of the PCV13 vaccine include:

    • Redness, discoloration, pain or swelling at the injection site
    • Slight fever
    • Shiver
    • Headache
    sleepiness
    • Decreased appetite
    • Excitability

    The most common side effects that may occur after the PPSV23 vaccine are:

    • Redness, discoloration, pain or swelling at the injection site
    • Slight fever
    • Muscle pain (myalgia)
    • fatigue
    • Headache

    2.... Serious side effects

    Sometimes some people are allergic to the pneumococcal vaccine and experience a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) after its injection. Of course, this situation is very rare and only happens in one case out of every one million doses of injected vaccine.

    Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction usually appear immediately after vaccination and include the following:

    • whistle
    • shortness of breath
    • Persistent cough
    • vomiting
    Abdominal pain
    • Low blood pressure
    • chest pain

    If you experience any of these symptoms after vaccination, seek medical help immediately.

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    Complications of pneumococcal vaccine in infants and children

    Among the most common side effects of pneumococcal vaccine in children under 2 years of age, the following can be mentioned:

    • Restlessness or irritability
    • Sensitivity, redness, discoloration or swelling at the injection site
    • Decreased appetite
    • Sleep disorder
    Drowsiness or fatigue
    • Slight fever

    In very rare cases, serious side effects such as high fever, seizures, or skin rash may occur. If you notice any of these symptoms, contact your child's doctor immediately.

    Symptoms of allergy to pneumococcal vaccine in children under 2 years of age

    Children who are allergic to this vaccine may experience the following symptoms:

    • whistle
    Abdominal pain
    • vomiting
    • Low blood pressure
    • Irregular heartbeat

    What should we do in case of complications?

    If your child feels sick after getting a vaccine, try the following to help him get better:

    • Fever: Keep your child's body cool.... for this purpose, remove the child's extra clothes and give him cool liquids.
    • Sensitivity, redness or swelling at the injection site: Reduce these symptoms by using a cool compress.... To do this, moisten a clean towel with cool water and gently place it on the injection site.
    • Fever and pain at the injection site: These problems may be resolved by taking over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen... Be sure to use infant medications and read the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

    Guide to see a doctor

    After receiving the vaccine, if you or your child experiences unusual or severe symptoms such as shortness of breath, high fever, or seizures, see a doctor immediately..

    Important Tips and Precautions

    This vaccine may not be able to provide sufficient immunity in people who have a weak humoral immune response. Also, its effect may be reduced in patients who do not have a spleen or have spleen failure due to sickle cell anemia.

    The timing of vaccination is very important... For example, the pneumococcal vaccine should be given at least 2 weeks before treatment in the following cases:

    • spleen removal surgery
    • Chemotherapy
    • Use of immunosuppressive drugs
    • Bone marrow transplant

    Drug interactions of pneumococcal vaccine

    This vaccine may interact with the following drugs:

    • Medicines that prevent or treat blood clotting (such as warfarin, enoxaparin, and dalteparin) Chemotherapy drugs
    • Drugs that suppress the immune system
    • Steroid drugs (such as prednisone or cortisone)

    This article may not mention all drug interactions of the pneumococcal vaccine... Before the injection, it is necessary to give your doctor a list of all the medicines, nutritional supplements and herbal products you are taking...Also, if you smoke, use alcohol or drugs, be sure to inform your doctor about this.

    Interactions of pneumococcal vaccine in the body

    This vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce specific antibodies against the Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterium...that is, proteins that specifically fight this bacterium.... In this way, if the body encounters bacteria in the future, it can quickly react to it.

    Where is the pneumococcal vaccine made?

    The vaccine used in Iran is usually imported... This vaccine is produced in the following countries under different brand names such as Pronar and Pneumovox and then exported to other parts of the world:

    • Britain
    • France
    • Germany
    • India

    Pneumococcal vaccine price

    The price of the vaccine depends on various factors, including the country of manufacture and the number of doses required. You can ask pharmacies or doctors for the exact price of the vaccine.

    Endword

    Pneumococcal disease can lead to serious and potentially life-threatening problems in children, the elderly, and people with chronic diseases. Fortunately, this disease can be prevented by vaccination. Side effects from the vaccine are usually mild and resolve within a few days. But in very rare cases, a severe allergic reaction may occur

    The pneumococcal vaccine comes in many forms... consult an infectious disease specialist or pediatrician about which vaccine is right for you or your child.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is pneumococcal vaccine for?

    This vaccine prevents pneumococcal infection... Pneumococcal infection is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria and is involved in many diseases including pneumonia and meningitis. Vaccine?

    Redness, discoloration, pain or swelling at the injection site, headache, loss of appetite, fatigue, sleepiness and fever.. Mild side effects of this vaccine are common.. in four doses, namely 2, 4, 6 and 12 to 15 months.
    

    Sources: healthline | medicalnewstoday | my.clevelandclinic

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