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Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is an immunising agent used to prevent meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (an infection of the blood) in adults, adolescents, children and infants over the age of 6 weeks. It contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugates that help the body to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against meningitis and septicaemia.
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About Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection belongs to the class of medicines called immunizing agents. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection helps protect against infections caused by bacteria (germs) called 'Neisseria meningitidis' types A, C, W-135, and Y. Neisseria meningitidis bacteria can cause serious illnesses such as meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord), and septicaemia (an infection of the blood).
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is a vaccine or immunizing agent that contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugates. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection helps your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the bacteria. These antibodies help protect you against the diseases.
A healthcare professional will administer Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection. In a few cases, Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection may cause side effects such as low-grade fever, redness, pain, and swelling at the injection site. These side effects are temporary and resolve over time. However, inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worse.
Before using Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection, let your doctor know about your and/or your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all the ongoing medications. You must inform your doctor before getting Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, want to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Uses of Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection
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Medicinal Benefits
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection belongs to the group of medications called ‘immunising agents’ used for the prevention of meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (an infection of the blood) in adults, adolescents, children and infants over the age of 6 weeks. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugates that help the body to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against meningitis and septicaemia.
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Drug Warnings
Before using Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection, let your doctor know about all your and/or your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications used. Do not use any other drugs or supplements with Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection unless prescribed by the doctor. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection will only protect against infections caused by the bacteria 'Neisseria meningitidis' types A, C, W-135, and Y. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is recommended not to be used under the age of 6 weeks. Inform your doctor if you have an infection with a high temperature (over 38°C); the vaccination will not be given until you feel better.
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Alcohol
Caution
It is unknown whether Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection interacts with alcohol or not. However, it is advisable not to take alcohol as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
Caution
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or expecting pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown whether Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is excreted in human milk. Inform the doctor if you are breastfeeding. A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
Driving
Caution
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is unlikely to impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, sometimes, Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection makes you feel tired and dizzy; if it happens to you, do not drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Inform your doctor if you and/or your children have liver impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Kidney
Caution
Inform your doctor if you and/or your children have kidney impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection can be given safely to children and infants over the age of 6 weeks.
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Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is used to prevent meningitis (an infection of the tissue that lines the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (an infection of the blood).
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection is a vaccine or an immunizing agent that contains Neisseria meningitidis types A, C, W-135 and Y conjugate that help the body to develop immunity by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against meningitis and septicaemia.
Usually, a minor infection such as a cold should not be a problem. If you have any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection may not fully protect everyone who is vaccinated. If the person has a weak immune system, they may not get a full benefit from Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection.
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection should be avoided by those allergic to any of its ingredients. Avoid Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection if you are pregnant, or have a weakened immune system, unless recommended by a doctor.
A booster dose of the Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection may be recommended for individuals at ongoing risk of infection. However, please contact a doctor before taking a booster dose of Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection to avoid unwanted effects.
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection should be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.
No, Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection cannot cause meningococcal disease. Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection helps protect against it.
Quadrimeningo 50mcg Injection causes side effects such as fever, headache, diarrhoea, vomiting, and nausea, drowsy, loss of appetite, irritability, swelling, pain, and redness at the injection site. Most of these are temporary and do not require any medical attention, as they will gradually reduce over time. Please, contact a doctor if these persist for longer durations.
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