Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327)

Pneumococcal disease is a serious infection caused by bacteria that can infect the sinuses, inner ear, lungs, blood, and brain. These conditions can be fatal.

Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327) is used in adults to help prevent disease caused by pneumococcal bacteria. This vaccine contains 21 different types of pneumococcal bacteria.

This vaccine helps your body develop immunity to the disease, but will not treat an active infection you already have.

Like any vaccine, Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327) may not provide protection from disease in every person.

You should not receive this vaccine if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to a pneumococcal or diphtheria toxoid vaccine.

You should not get this vaccine if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to a pneumococcal or diphtheria toxoid vaccine.

Inform your doctor if you have ever had:

• a weak immune system (due to disease or certain medications); or
• if you are receiving radiation or chemotherapy.

You can still receive a vaccine if you have a minor cold. If you have a more serious illness with a fever or any type of infection, wait until you recover before getting this vaccine.

Tell the vaccination provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Keep track of all side effects you experience. If you need another Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327), inform the vaccination provider if the previous shot caused any side effects.

Becoming infected with pneumococcal disease is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine. However, like any medicine, this vaccine can cause side effects, but the risk of serious side effects is low.

Common side effects of Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327) may include:

• pain, swelling, or redness where a shot was given;
• muscle pain;
• headache;
• fever; or
• feeling tired.

Call your doctor if these side effects do not improve after 3 days or if you have any unusual symptoms after the vaccine.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-822-7967.

This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle.

Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327) is usually given as 1 shot.

Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327) is given as a single dose and does not require any booster shots.

An overdose of this vaccine is unlikely to happen.

Follow your doctor's instructions regarding any limits on food, drinks, or activities.

Tell the vaccination provider if you have recently received any drugs or treatments that can weaken your immune system, such as:

• steroid medicine;
• medications for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other autoimmune disorders; or
• medicines for treating or preventing organ transplant rejection.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may also affect Capvaxive PF Prefilled Syringe (cvx 327), including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are included here.