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Meningococcal Vaccine

2025-05-12 09:48:49
Today I got my daughter -4yr old vaccinated with menactra vaccine as per paediatric..Later I read that it's not recommended in India and it has side effects.I am worried that whether it was correct decision if it is recommended for only high risk children?
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It's not routinely advised in India because the disease burden caused by meningococcal infection at present is only 3% in India.So considering the cost effectiveness it's not advised on regular basis. But there is no harm in giving vaccine. Only side effect is local pain and swelling.
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Nothing to worry it's a safe vaccine.

Answered2025-05-16 10:10:32

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