Pneumo 23 Injection

(Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (25mcg))

Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range

Sanofi India Ltd

About this medicine

Pneumo 23 Injection is used for prevention of diseases caused by pneumococcal bacteria such as pneumonia, meningitis, ear infections, and blood infections.Pneumo 23 Injection is usually given as an injection into the muscle of the upper arm by a doctor or a nurse. It should not be self-administered.

What are the side effects of Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (25mcg) (Pneumo 23 Injection)?

Not everyone experiences these side effects. Consult your doctor if any persist.

Injection site redness
Headache
Weakness
Tiredness
Muscle pain

Common Brand Names for this Composition

The following popular commercial brand names contain Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (25mcg) as their active ingredient composition:

Pneumo 23 Injection

Sanofi India Ltd

MRPPrice on Request

Common Substitutes & Alternatives

These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.

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INFLUVAC 2015/2016 INJECTIONComposition: Inactivated influenza vaccine (0.5ml)Abbott

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Prevenar 13 VaccineComposition: Pneumococcal 13 valent Conjugate Vaccine (NA)Pfizer Ltd

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Tetvac InjectionComposition: Tetanus Toxoid (NA)Serum Institute Of India Ltd

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Key Information

Salt / Composition

Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (25mcg)