Synflorix pneumococcal vaccine schedule

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The article was written by Dr., Dr. Phan Nguyen Thanh Binh - Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.

Synflorix pneumococcal vaccine is used for young children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, the infant's immune system is still very weak and susceptible to pneumococcal bacteria infection, thereby causing extremely dangerous diseases. dangerous. Synflorix pneumococcal vaccine can induce active immunity in children. Below is the schedule of pneumococcal Synflorix vaccination, please refer to

1. Synflorix . pneumococcal vaccine schedule

Synflorix pneumococcal vaccine has 3 phases.
1.1 For infants aged 6 weeks to 6 months This age group can use 2 courses of vaccination.
3 + 1 course: This is the recommended course for optimal results. The first dose can be started at 6 weeks of age. The second dose is at least 1 month apart from the first dose. And the third dose is at least 1 month after the second dose. A booster dose is given at least 6 months apart from the third dose. For premature babies (at least over 27 weeks gestation) can use the 3 + 1 regimen when the baby is 2 months old. 2 + 1 course: Used to replace the 3 + 1 course, the first dose can be used for children 6 weeks old. The second dose is at least 2 months apart from the first dose. And the second dose should be repeated at least 6 months after the second dose. 1.2 For children from 7 to 11 months old In case of not previously vaccinated with pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix: A schedule of 2 injections and 1 booster dose can be used. 2nd dose at least 1 month after 1st dose. The booster dose is given when the child is older than 1 year and at least 2 months apart from the second dose. 1.3 For older children from 1 to 5 years old In case of not previously vaccinated with pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix: Administer 2 doses with at least 2 months between injections.

2. Cases that need caution

Children at risk of bleeding after intramuscular injection, eg children with thrombocytopenia or hemodynamic abnormalities. Children who are immunocompromised or are taking immunosuppressive drugs may have a reduced antibody response to the pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix. Children at high risk of pneumococcal diseases such as sickle cell disease, splenectomy/insufficiency, HIV infection, chronic disease or immunodeficiency, etc., should be vaccinated against pneumococcal disease. Synflorix cocci in children under 2 years of age. Premature infants under 28 weeks of age should be carefully monitored for 48-72 hours after vaccination to avoid potential risk of apnea or respiratory failure.

3. Contraindications

The child has an acute illness or a sudden fever. The child is allergic to any of the ingredients in the medicine. Therefore, parents need to tell the doctor what allergies their children have ever had in order to minimize the risk of allergies when vaccinated with pneumococcal Synflorix vaccine.

4. Side effects of pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix

Side effects when injecting pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix are very common such as loss of appetite, pain, redness at the injection site; common as induration at the injection site and fever,. For very rare manifestations such as unusual irritability, diarrhea, vomiting, rash, hematoma at the injection site, bleeding and minor swelling, fever above 40 degrees Celsius, or other allergic symptoms: father Parents need to take the child to the nearest medical center for timely intervention.
With the great benefits of the pneumococcal vaccine Synflorix, parents should take their children to a medical facility and vaccinate on schedule to bring the best effectiveness, helping children avoid extremely dangerous diseases. danger to health and life. Because pneumococcal diseases leave many serious sequelae.
In order to prevent diseases easily and give children a bright future, Vinmec International Hospital is currently providing Synflorix pneumococcal vaccine vaccination service with preservation and vaccination procedures according to domestic standards. and international. Parents will not need to worry too much about whether to inject Synflorix with fever or whether to inject Synflorix , because doctors will be consulted wholeheartedly. When bringing children here, they will first be carefully screened by specialized doctors, considering the child's condition and health before appointing the vaccine to achieve the best effect and safest for the child. .
Vinmec International General Hospital provides the Synflorix vaccination service, manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) - Belgium, approved by the Drug Administration of Vietnam, Ministry of Health on 17/07/2014.
The advantages of vaccination at Vinmec include:
Children will be examined by specialist doctors, fully screened for physical and health problems, and advised on vaccines and injection regimens. , possible reactions, how to monitor and care for children after vaccination before giving the indication for vaccination to ensure the best effectiveness and safety for the child. A team of experienced and professional pediatric doctors and nurses, understand children's psychology and apply effective pain relief methods for children during the vaccination process. 100% of vaccinated children were monitored for 30 minutes after vaccination and reassessed before leaving. Post-vaccination monitoring room is fully equipped with emergency facilities; the team of doctors - nurses are trained in anaphylaxis emergency management to ensure timely and correct treatment when an incident occurs. In addition, Vinmec Hospital system always has an emergency team ready to coordinate with the vaccination room to handle cases of anaphylaxis, respiratory failure - circulatory arrest to ensure the safest vaccination for children. . The vaccination room is airy, with a play area, helping children feel comfortable as if they are walking and have a good mentality before and after vaccination. Vinmec International General Hospital currently has a diverse and complete source of vaccines available according to the immunization schedule for 18-month-old children. When bringing their children to Vinmec for pneumococcal vaccination, parents can rest assured because the vaccine source is always of high quality, of clear origin, appropriately designated according to the age to be vaccinated, and is safe from the outset. check in, preserve until use.
A team of experienced pediatric doctors and nurses will screen children before vaccination to ensure the best health condition when vaccinated. The vaccination process meets national and international standards. During vaccination, the child is effectively relieved of pain. After the injection, the child will be monitored for reactions and only returned when the health condition is stable.
With a full range of emergency equipment and facilities, a team of doctors - nurses who are well-trained in vaccines can promptly handle anaphylaxis according to the recommended regimen.
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