MENACTRA Injectable By SANOFI PASTEUR
Generic Name: Neisseria meningitidis serogroup A capsular polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid protein conjugate vaccine/Neisseria meningitidis serogroup C capsular polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid protein conjugate vaccine/Neisseria meningitidis serogroup W-135 capsular polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid protein conjugate vaccine/Neisseria meningitidis serogroup Y capsular polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid protein conjugate vaccine
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MENACTRA-Injectable
This vaccine is used to help prevent certain serious, sometimes fatal, bacterial infections (meningitis, meningococcemia). This infection may cause severe problems (hearing loss, brain/nerve problems, paralysis, blindness, seizures, loss of limbs) even with antibiotic treatment. This vaccine works by increasing the body's natural defense (immunity) against the bacteria that cause meningococcal disease. Vaccination is the best way to prevent infection. However, like any vaccine, it may not fully protect everyone who receives it. The brand and dose of vaccine you receive depend on your age. Other vaccines may also be given at the same time, usually in a different site on the body.
Pain/redness/swelling at the injection site, headache, fever, chills, drowsiness, tiredness, joint/muscle pain, nausea, loss of appetite, or diarrhea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your health care professional promptly. Rarely, some people have symptoms such as fainting, dizziness, vision changes, or ringing in the ears just after getting a vaccine injection. Tell your health care professional right away if you have any of these symptoms. Sitting or lying down may help, since these symptoms usually don't last long. Remember that your health care professional has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your health care professional right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: numbness/tingling, muscle weakness. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your health care professional. Contact the health care professional for medical advice about side effects. The following numbers do not provide medical advice, but in the US you may report side effects to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) at 1-800-822-7967.
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