Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (Prevnar 20) Suspension for Injection

What is this medication?

PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINE (NEU mo KOK al vak SEEN) is a vaccine. It prevents pneumococcus bacterial infections. These bacteria can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections. This vaccine will not treat an infection and will not cause infection. This vaccine is recommended for adults 18 years and older.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Prevnar 20

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• bleeding disorder
• fever
• immune system problems
• an unusual or allergic reaction to pneumococcal vaccine, diphtheria toxoid, other vaccines, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

This vaccine is injected into a muscle. It is given by a health care provider.

A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. This sheet may change often.

Talk to your health care provider about the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply. This medicine is not for regular use.

What may interact with this medication?

• medicines for cancer chemotherapy
• medicines that suppress your immune function
• steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Mild fever and pain should go away in 3 days or less. Report any unusual symptoms to your health care provider.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions (skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)
• confusion
• fast, irregular heartbeat
• fever over 102 degrees F
• muscle weakness
• seizures
• trouble breathing
• unusual bruising or bleeding

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• fever of 102 degrees F or less
• headache
• joint pain
• muscle cramps, pain
• pain, tender at site where injected

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

This vaccine is only given by a health care provider. It will not be stored at home.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.