The
vaccine against pneumococcal infection Preventar 13 (Pfizer, Inc., manufactured in Russia) is available in the EMC.
Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) is a bacterium that can cause the development of sinusitis, otitis media, pneumonia, meningitis, osteomyelitis, arthritis, sepsis and other diseases. The infection is most dangerous for young children and the elderly. The resistance of pneumococcus to antibiotics is increasing, and it is becoming more difficult to treat the infection. Sometimes asymptomatic carriage of these bacteria is possible, while the threat of infection through contact with pneumococcal carriers persists.
Why vaccinate?
Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) is a bacterium that can cause the development of sinusitis, otitis media, pneumonia, meningitis, osteomyelitis, arthritis, sepsis and other diseases. The infection is most dangerous for young children and the elderly. The resistance of pneumococcus to antibiotics is increasing, and it is becoming more difficult to treat the infection. Sometimes asymptomatic carriage of these bacteria is possible, while the threat of infection through contact with pneumococcal carriers persists.
Vaccination against pneumococcus is included in the National calendars of preventive vaccinations in Russia and developed countries.
When should I get vaccinated?
Vaccination is carried out three times, at 2, 4.5 and 15 months.
At a later start of vaccination, the number of injections may vary. Our pediatricians will help you create a vaccination schedule for a child of any age.
