Meningitis Vaccine
Meningitis Vaccine is a sterile lyophilized extract of the group specified polysaccharide capsular antigens from Neiseria meningitidis. Meningitis Vaccine is used to provide active immunisation (protection) against meningitis. Meningitis Vaccine is recommended for children 2 years of age and older and adults at risk in epidemic and highly endemic areas .
Primary Characteristics
It is of origin and belongs to .
It is classified in Vaccines pharmacological group. It is also classified under Toxoids .
Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Meningitis Vaccine.
Pharmacokinetics
Distribution: Meningitis Vaccine has a volume of distribution is . plasma protein binding is .
Elimination: it is metabolised via , plasma half-life is , renal excretion is .
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Indications
Meningitis Vaccine is primarily indicated in conditions like Meningitis prophylaxis.
Contraindications
Meningitis Vaccine is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Meningitis Vaccine's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.5 ml | 0.5 ml | — | SC | Same dose for children above 2 months of age and Adults. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 0.5 ml | 0.5 ml | — | Subcutaneous | For once, or as required |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 0.5 ml | 0.5 ml | — | Subcutaneous | For once or as required .For over 2 month of child |
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Meningitis Vaccine is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Allergic reactions, Erythema, Fatigue, Fever, Headache.
Warnings / Precautions
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Drug Classification
- 1.19.3.2 — Vaccines for specific groups of individuals