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VACCINE MENINGITIS CJ A+C+W135+Y, monod.,vial (Menactra)

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/272
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/66426
NST DVACVMEN2VWCJ

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VACCINE MENINGITIS CONJ. A+C+W135+Y

Menveo® vaccine is the first choice. However, it is not always available at supply centre level. In this case, Menactra® or Nimenrix® (non-standard) vaccines can be an alternative. Contact your section pharmacist for more information.

Therapeutic Action

Meningococcal Group A, C, W-135 and Y inactivated conjugate vaccine

Indications

Active immunisation against meningitis due to Neisseria meningitidis groups A, C, W-135 and Y in infants, children, adolescents and adults at risk of invasive disease (e.g. persons with functional or surgical asplenia)

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Instructions for use

Must be given as IM injection.

Depending on the vaccine used, vaccination age for infants may vary:

  • Menveo®: from 2 months of age
  • Menactra®: from 9 months of age
  • Nimenrix®: from 6 weeks of age

Depending on the vaccine used, composition and dilution may vary:

  • Menveo®: lyophilised active component to be reconstituted with the diliuent before use
  • Menactra®: liquid vaccine, ready-to-use
  • Nimenrix®: lyophilised active component to be reconstituted with the diluent before use

Precautions for Use

As with all injectable vaccines and/or immunoglobulins, appropriate medical treatment should always be readily available in case of rare anaphylactic reactions following the administration of the product.

Storage

  • Keep refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C - Protect from sunlight
  • Do not freeze.
  • The vaccine vial monitor (VVM) is mandatory on each vaccine in multi-dose presentation.

(Cf Introduction: Thermosensitive products)