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Adult Dose

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Age: Adults
Dose: Form – Not for adult
Note: Not for adult

Child Dose

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Indication: Active immunisation against pneumococcal disease
Age: Infant 6 weeks to 6 months
Dose: Intramuscular Injection – 0.5 mL
Note: 3-dose primary series; 1st dose given at 2 months or at 6 weeks of age, with 1-month interval between doses; a booster dose is recommended at least 6 months after the last priming dose
Indication: Active immunisation against pneumococcal disease
Age: Infant 6 weeks to 6 months
Dose: Intramuscular Injection – 0.5 mL
Note: 2-dose primary series; 2 doses with the 1st dose given at 2 months of age, with 2-month interval between 1st and 2nd dose
Administration
  • Give as intramuscular injection
  • Inject in deltoid or thigh
Side Effect

Drug Interaction

Drug NameRisk Factors
Immunosuppressants (Cyclosporine, Tacrolimus, Mycophenolate, Azathioprine)
Adequate response may not be elicited

Disease Interaction

Disease NameRisk Factors
Severe febrile illness
Postpone vaccination

Pregnancy

Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store refrigerated at 2° to 8°C. Protect vials from light.

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