About meningoco ccal
Meningococcal conjugate vaccine
Used for
- Prevents meningococcal disease caused by groups A, C, Y, W, X
- Helps prevent meningococcal meningitis and bloodstream infection
Usual adult dose
Single 0.5 mL injection into a muscle after reconstitution, according to the approved age range and national vaccination schedule.
Usual dose in children
From 1 year: single 0.5 mL injection into a muscle after reconstitution, according to national vaccination schedules.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain, redness, or swelling
- Fever
- Headache
- Tiredness
Important warnings
- Severe allergy to a previous dose or ingredient prevents use
- Vaccination is usually postponed during severe illness with fever
- Rare severe allergic reactions can occur
- Does not protect against every cause of meningitis
Pregnancy
Pregnancy data are limited. Use depends on infection risk and public health recommendations; this is not a live vaccine.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is generally compatible with non-live vaccines; product-specific information is limited.
Interactions
- Immunosuppressive medicines may reduce the immune response
- Other vaccines require separate syringes and injection sites
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.