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Meningococcal Vaccine

Also known as: MenACWY, Menactra

Type: ConjugateAge group: High Risk Children And Adults, PilgrimsDoses: 1 2Route: IntramuscularGovt. UIP: No

Protects against meningococcal meningitis; required for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.

Protects against

  • Meningococcal meningitis

Schedule

Single dose for travellers and high-risk groups; schedule per product.

Possible side effects

  • Sore arm
  • Headache
  • Mild fever

Who should not get it

  • Severe allergy to a previous dose

Precautions

Needed for Hajj and Umrah visas.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Meningococcal Vaccine vaccine protect against?

Meningococcal meningitis

What is the Meningococcal Vaccine schedule?

Single dose for travellers and high-risk groups; schedule per product.

What are the side effects of Meningococcal Vaccine?

Sore arm, Headache, Mild fever

Medically reviewed by

Medical review pending

Last updated

9 October 2026

Sources

  • Universal Immunization Programme schedule, MoHFW
  • IAP Advisory Committee on Vaccines and Immunization Practices (ACVIP)
  • WHO position papers

This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.

This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.