Meningo A&C Injection

Meningo A&C Injection 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. Meningo A&C Injection 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. Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), nausea, headache, sleepiness, irritability, malaise, and myalgia. 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.

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Written by: Shaik Ashraf Ali, B.pharmacy

Reviewed by: Dr. Jay Faldu, MBBS

Last updated on: 13-04-2024

Meningo A&C Injection

Sanofi India Ltd.

Vial of 1 ml
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Long Expiry (>8 Months)

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Benefits of Meningo A&C Injection

Prevention of Meningococcal disease

In Prevention of Meningococcal disease Meningo A&C Injection 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.

Side Effects of Meningo A&C Injection

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Nausea, Headache, Sleepiness, Irritation, Muscle pain']

Directions for Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works

Meningo A&C Injection 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.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Meningo A&C Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Meningo A&C Injection 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.

Breast feeding

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Meningo A&C Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Driving

SAFE - Meningo A&C Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Kidney

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Meningo A&C Injection in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Liver

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Meningo A&C Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Meningo A&C Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

What If You Forget to take Meningo A&C Injection?

If a dose of Meningo A&C Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Storage Advice

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8�C). Do not freeze.

Manufacturer Address

Sanofi House, CTS No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072

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