Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Meningococcal Vaccine(Group A, C, Y & W-135)
Meningitis Act Injection is recommended in children (from 2 months 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.
Meningitis Act 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.
The presence of bactericidal anti-capsular meningococcal antibodies has been associated with protection from invasive meningococcal disease. Menomune - A/C/Y/W-135 vaccine induces the production of bactericidal antibodies specific to the capsular polysaccharides of serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135.
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 Meningitis Act
Injection site reaction
Sleepiness
Nausea
Headache
Irritation
Muscle pain
Do not administer meningococcal vaccines to: A person who has ever had a severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) after a previous dose. A person who has a severe allergy to any vaccine component.
Meningitis Act 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Meningitis Act Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Meningitis Act Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Be sure to notify your doctor of any side effects that occur after you receive this vaccine. This vaccine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.
There may be an interaction between meningococcal vaccine and any of the following: acetaminophen. acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) immunosuppressants.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of Meningitis Act Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Meningitis Act Injection is used to prevent meningococcal disease.
It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
Your doctor will advise you if and when you should receive a booster dose.
Immunocompromised individuals or persons suffering from functional or anatomic asplenia (including sickle cell disease) should get it.
People travelling to US & Europe, Hajj (as meningococcal meningitis is more prevalent there) are advised to get vaccinated with Meningitis Act Injection.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Meningitis Act Injection?
Meningitis Act Injection is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135. Meningitis Act Injection is approved for use in persons aged 2 months through 55 years.
Q. Who should not take Meningitis Act Injection?
Meningitis Act Injection 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 Meningitis Act Injection needed?
Yes, a single booster dose of Meningitis Act Injection 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 Meningitis Act Injection given?
Meningitis Act Injection 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 Meningitis Act Injection.
