MENVEO VACCINE

Generic : Meningococcal Vaccine (Group A, C, Y & W-135) (NA)

Treatment : Prevention of Meningococcal disease

Pack size : 0..5 ml ( Vial)

Manufacturer : GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$75.99

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Menveo 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.

Menveo Vaccine is recommended in children (from 2 years of age), adolescents, and adults to prevent invasive meningococcal disease. The use of this vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations. It 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.

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.

 

BENEFITS OF MENVEO SOLUTION FOR INJECTION

In Prevention of Meningococcal disease

Menveo Vaccine is a vaccine that helps protect against meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135 in children (from 2 years of age), adolescents and adults. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts. Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best defense against meningococcal disease. Maintaining healthy habits, like getting plenty of rest and not having close contact with people who are sick, is also helpful in preventing it.

 

HOW TO USE MENVEO SOLUTION FOR INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

 

HOW MENVEO SOLUTION FOR INJECTION WORKS

Menveo Vaccine is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body’s immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

 

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Menveo Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Menveo Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
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Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Menveo Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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Driving

SAFE
Menveo Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
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Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Menveo Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Menveo Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Menveo Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Menveo

  • Injection site reaction
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Irritation
  • Muscle pain

FAQ's

Q. What is Menveo Vaccine?

Menveo Vaccine is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135. Menveo Vaccine is approved for use in persons aged 2 months through 55 years.

Q. Who should not take Menveo Vaccine?

Menveo Vaccine should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. If you have had an allergic reaction to any medicine earlier, inform your doctor about it.

Q. Is a booster dose of Menveo Vaccine needed?

Yes, a single booster dose of Menveo Vaccine may be administered to individuals aged 15 through 55 years who may be at a continued risk of getting meningococcal disease, if at least 4 years have passed since a prior dose of it was given. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

Q. How is Menveo Vaccine given?

Menveo Vaccine is given by a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into the muscle of your upper arm, but it may also be given in the thigh muscle in children. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Menveo Vaccine.

Q. Can Menveo Vaccine cause meningococcal disease?

No. Menveo Vaccine will not cause meningococcal disease. It just helps your body in producing antibodies against it, so that your body can fight the infection if you are exposed to it in future.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Pack size  – 0.5 ml

pack form  – Vial

MORE INFORMATION

Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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