Is meningococcal vaccine necessary in India?

IAP position on use of meningococcal vaccines in India Meningococcal vaccines are recommended only for certain high-risk conditions and situations as enumerated below in children aged 2 years or more (3 months or older if risk of meningococcal disease is high, e.g. outbreaks/ close household contact).

Is meningococcal vaccine necessary?

CDC recommends meningococcal vaccination for all preteens and teens. In certain situations, CDC also recommends other children and adults get meningococcal vaccines.

Is meningococcal common in India?

Conclusion. Meningococcal disease is prevalent in India but remains grossly underestimated and under-reported. Available literature largely presents outbreak data related to serogroup A disease; however, non-A serogroup disease cases have been reported.

At what age is meningococcal vaccine given in India?

It is recommended for all kids and teens age 11 and older. Some types of MenACWY are given to younger children (as early as 8 weeks of age) if they have a higher risk of getting meningococcal disease. The meningococcal B vaccine (MenB) protects against a fifth type of meningococcal bacterium (called type B).

Who needs the meningococcal vaccine?

Who needs a meningococcal vaccine? The CDC recommends a meningococcal vaccine for: All children ages 11-18 or certain younger high-risk children (MenB is recommended for people ages 16-18 who are not high risk.) Anyone who has been exposed to meningitis during an outbreak.

Is meningococcal vaccine a live vaccine?

No type of vaccine contains live or intact meningococcal bacteria.

Who needs meningococcal vaccine?

How effective is the meningococcal vaccine?

The MCV4, MPSV4 and MenB vaccines are about 85-90\% effective in preventing meningococcal disease. There are actually several types of N meningitidis — the bacterium that causes meningococcal disease, five of which are common in the U.S. These vaccines together protect against all five of these strains.

Is meningitis B vaccine available in India?

Only the quadrivalent and bivalent meningococcal Ps vaccines (MPV) are available in India. The quadrivalent MPV is preferred for Haj pilgrims, international travelers and students in that it provides protection against emerging W-135 and Y disease in these areas.

What country is meningitis most common in?

Meningococcal disease occurs worldwide, with the highest incidence of disease found in the ‘meningitis belt’ of sub-Saharan Africa. In this region, major epidemics occur every 5 to 12 years with attack rates reaching 1,000 cases per 100,000 population.

Is the meningitis shot safe?

In most cases, the meningitis vaccine is safe and effective, particularly for people who are at increased risk for meningitis. There are no groups that should universally avoid these vaccines.

What does meningococcal vaccine prevent?

Protects against the bacteria that cause meningococcal disease. Protects your child from infections of the lining of the brain and spinal cord, as well as bloodstream infections. Protects your child from long-term disabilities that often come with surviving meningococcal disease.