What is the pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccination?
Pneumococcal infection is a severe disease that is caused by bacteria and can affect the sinuses as well as the lungs, inner ear, and blood vessels, as well as the brain. The effects of these conditions could be fatal.
A pneumococcal 13-valent vaccine is utilized to protect against diseases due to pneumococcal bacteria. The vaccine is comprised of 13 different varieties of pneumococcal bacteria. Pneumococcal 13-valent is intended for use by adults and children who are at least 6 weeks old.
The vaccine can help your body build immunity against the illness, but it is not able to help treat a disease you are already suffering from. Like all vaccines, the pneumococcal 13-valent vaccine might not offer protection against disease for everyone.
Side effects of Vaccine
Contact a medical professional immediately. Get medical attention immediately if you notice symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction, like hives, trouble breathing, and swelling of your lips, face, or tongue. You shouldn't take a booster vaccination in the event of an allergic reaction that could be life-threatening after your first shot.
Be aware of any adverse reactions you experience. If you require another dose of booster, then you must inform the vaccine provider whether the shot you received before resulted in any adverse consequences. Infection with pneumococcal diseases is more hazardous for your health than getting this vaccine. But, as with all medicines, this one can trigger negative side effects; however, the likelihood of serious adverse side effects is minimal.
Pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccination could result in serious adverse and negative side effects. Consult your doctor immediately if you are suffering from:
- Severe stomach pain, extreme vomiting, and severe diarrhea;
- Wheezing trouble breathing or wheezin
- Excessive temperature fever (102 degrees f or more);
- Seizure (convulsions); or
- Intense discomfort, itching, skin irritations, or rashes at the site of the shot.
Common adverse effects are
- Fever, chills;
- Headache, feeling tired;
- Muscles or joint discomfort;
- Sleeping less or more than normal;
- Swelling, tenderness, or redness when the shot was administered
- Difficulties in moving the arm after an opportunity to shoot was provided;
- (in the case of a young child), screaming or fussiness
- Nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite loss of appetite, vomitin
- Rash.
This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects, and other effects may also be present. Contact your doctor for advice regarding medical adverse effects. You can report any adverse reactions directly to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-822-7967.
Warnings
It is not recommended to get a booster shot in the event of an allergic reaction that was life-threatening after your first vaccination.
Before you take this drug
It is recommended not to get this vaccine if you have ever experienced an extreme allergic reaction after receiving a pneumococcal diphtheria toxoid vaccine.
Inform the vaccine provider whether the child is:
- A blood clotting or bleeding disorder, such as hemophilia or bruising, that is easy to heal or
- An insufficient immune system (caused through illness or the use of certain medications).
If your child will be receiving this vaccine, inform your doctor if your infant was born premature.
It is still possible to receive an injection if you suffer from an unintentional illness. If you have a more serious illness, like a fever or other type of illness, wait until you recover before you can receive this vaccine. Let the doctor know whether you are nursing or pregnant.
How to take Pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccination?
This vaccine is administered injectable (shot) into the muscle.
For toddlers and infants, the pneumococcal 13-valent vaccine is administered as a series of shots. First, the shot is generally given between 6 weeks and 2 months of age. It is offered at the ages of 4 months, 6 months, and 12 to 15 months of age.
In the event that your kid is between 7 months old and 5 years old, he may still get this vaccine according to this schedule.
- Age: 7–11 months At least two shots 4 weeks apart Then an additional shot once the child is 1 year old (at least 2 months after the first shot).
- Age between 12 and 23 months At least two shots at least two months after each other.
- Age from 24 months to 5 years old (before six years old) A single shot.
The timing of the vaccination is crucial to ensuring its effectiveness. The schedule for your child's individual booster might differ from the guidelines below. Follow your doctor's advice or the schedule suggested by the regional health center.
For children and adults over 5 years old, the vaccine is typically given in one shot.
Make sure you keep your children on a consistent schedule for additional immunizations, like diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis, and varicella (chicken pox). Your doctor or your state health department will give you a suggested immunization schedule.
Details on dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Pneumococcal Disease Prophylaxis:
0.5 milliliters I.M., every time
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pneumococcal Disease Prophylaxis:
6 weeks to 5 years:
Four doses of 0.5 milliliters, IM, for 2 to 4 months 6 months, up to 12 months
Unvaccinated children from 7 months to 5 years old:
Aged 7 to 11 months at the first dose: three 0.5 mg doses, administered IM
The first dose should be given at four-week intervals between them.
The third dose should be given after the one-year anniversary, at least 2 months following the first dose.
Age range: 12 to 23 months old at the first dose: two 0.5 mg doses, administered IM
Give the doses at least 2 months between each dose.
Aged from up to 5 years old at the time of first dosing: 1 0.5 mg dose, IM
From 6 to 17 years old:
0.5 milliliters, administered intramuscularly for a minimum of 8 weeks following any previous pneumococcal vaccination
Do I be concerned if I miss a dose?
Get in touch with your vaccine provider. If you missed the dose of a booster or fell behind on your time, The next dose must be administered when it is possible. There is no reason to start again.
You must get all the doses recommended by the vaccine, or else you might not be completely protected from the disease.
What will happen if I take excessively?
A high dose of this vaccine is highly unlikely.
What should be avoided?
Follow the doctor's advice regarding any dietary restrictions on drinks, foods, or activities.
Interaction with other drugs
Before receiving this vaccine, inform your doctor about all vaccines that you've recently received.
Inform your doctor whether you've recently taken treatment or medications that may affect your immune system, such as:
- An oral, nasal, inhaled, or injectable steroid medicine;
- Treatment or radiation;
- Medication to treat the symptoms of psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other conditions that cause autoimmune disease and
- Medications that treat organ donation rejection.
This list is not exhaustive. Other medications can affect the pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccination, which includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. There are many possible interactions between drugs that are included here.
