pneumo 23 is a purified antigen vaccine that is used for the prevention of diseases that are caused by various pneumococcal bacteria.
this vaccine helps to prevent pneumonia, meningitis, ear and blood infections. it should be received under the supervision of a doctor and should not be self-administered. it is given into the muscle of the upper arm. usually, one dose of this vaccine is enough to prevent pneumococcal bacterial infections. some people may require a second dose called a booster dose which is given five years after the first dose.
the most common side effects of this vaccine are headache, weakness, fever, tiredness, muscle pain and pain, swelling and redness at the injection site. if the symptoms of side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor immediately to reduce them.
before receiving this vaccine, inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart or kidney diseases. inform your doctor if you are on any other medications, as it may cause interactions. you should inform your doctor if you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother.
