Pneumococcal Vaccine
Vaxneuvance is a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine that provides protection against infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. It is indicated for active immunization to prevent pneumococcal disease in adults and pediatric populations. The vaccine targets multiple serotypes responsible for serious conditions such as pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections.
Vaxneuvance is a pneumococcal vaccine that protects against serious bacterial infections including pneumonia and meningitis.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2566418
- Generic
- Vaxneuvance
- Class
- brand-name
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Prevention of invasive pneumococcal disease and community-acquired pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes covered by the vaccine. Approved for use in adults 18 years and older, and subsequently expanded to pediatric populations.
As a conjugate vaccine, Vaxneuvance contains polysaccharide antigens from pneumococcal bacteria linked to a carrier protein. This conjugation enhances the immune response, particularly in individuals with weaker immune responses to polysaccharide antigens alone, leading to protective antibody formation.
Administration should be by a healthcare professional. Contraindications include known severe allergic reactions to any vaccine component. Common side effects may include injection site reactions, fatigue, headache, and muscle pain. Vaccination schedules and need for revaccination should be determined by healthcare providers based on individual patient factors and current immunization guidelines.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy