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Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV)

Also known as: PCV13, PCV10, Pneumonia Vaccine for children

Type: ConjugateAge group: InfantsDoses: 3Route: IntramuscularGovt. UIP: Yes

Protects young children against pneumococcal pneumonia, meningitis and blood infection.

Protects against

  • Pneumococcal pneumonia
  • Meningitis
  • Ear infections

Schedule

6 and 14 weeks with a booster at 9 months (UIP).

Possible side effects

  • Fever
  • Pain at site
  • Irritability

Who should not get it

  • Severe allergy to a previous dose

Precautions

Also available in private schedules with different dosing.

Prevents

Pneumonia

Frequently asked questions

What does the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) vaccine protect against?

Pneumococcal pneumonia, Meningitis, Ear infections

What is the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) schedule?

6 and 14 weeks with a booster at 9 months (UIP).

What are the side effects of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV)?

Fever, Pain at site, Irritability

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.