Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Prevnar 20 Injection
Prevnar 20 Injection
| Generic name | Pneumococcal 20-valent conjugate vaccine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Bacterial vaccines (inactivated vaccine) |
| Forms | Injection |
Prevnar 20 is a vaccine used to prevent pneumococcal disease, a serious bacterial infection that can affect the lungs (pneumonia), blood (bacteremia), brain (meningitis), ears, and sinuses. It protects against 20 types of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. It is given as a shot into a muscle. Adults get one dose, while babies and children get a series of four shots.
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- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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