Menactra Vaccine

Menactra Vaccine

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Menactra Vaccine. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Menactra Vaccine and its role in your treatment plan.

Information about Menactra Vaccine (Brand: Sanofi India Ltd) - Uses: Prevention of Meningococcal disease

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  • MRP: ₹ 5700
  • Packing: 1.0 Solution for Injection in 1 vial
  • Salt Combination: Meningococcal Vaccine (Group A, C, Y & W-135) (16mcg) + Diphtheria Toxoid (48mcg)
  • Brand: Sanofi India Ltd
  • Uses: Prevention of Meningococcal disease

Description

  • Menactra Vaccine is used to prevent meningococcal disease
  • This is indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C,Y and W-135
  • It is approved for use in individuals 9 months through 55 years of age
  • Menactra Vaccine is given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered
  • It is important to receive all the doses of the vaccine to be effective
  • A single booster dose may be given to individuals 15 through 55 years of age at continued risk for meningococcal disease, if at least 4 to 6 years have elapsed since the prior dose
  • Do not administer this product intravenously, subcutaneously, or intradermally.
  • Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), irritability, loss of appetite, sleepiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
  • If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know
  • The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
  • To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses
  • You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.

Cautions

Liver: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Menactra Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Menactra Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Menactra Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Menactra Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Menactra Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Menactra Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: N/A
Therapeutic class: VACCINES
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: N/A

Uses

Uses of Menactra Vaccine

  • In Prevention of Meningococcal disease Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord
  • It spreads through close contact with an infected person
  • Although this infection can occur in people of any age group, it is more common in children and teens
  • Menactra Vaccine helps prevent Meningococcal disease
  • It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against meningococcal infection
  • It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Missed Doses
N/A

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Menactra Vaccine
  • Irritability
  • Injection site reactions (pain
  • swelling
  • redness)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Erythema (skin redness)

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