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Adult Pneumococcal Vaccine

Also known as: PPSV23, PCV13 / PCV20 for adults

Type: Polysaccharide Or ConjugateAge group: AdultsDoses: 1 2Route: IntramuscularGovt. UIP: No

Protects older adults and people with chronic illness against pneumococcal pneumonia.

Protects against

  • Pneumococcal pneumonia
  • Meningitis

Schedule

Adults over 65, and younger adults with diabetes, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, as advised.

Possible side effects

  • Sore arm
  • Mild fever

Who should not get it

  • Severe allergy to a previous dose

Precautions

Ask your doctor which product and sequence suits you.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Adult Pneumococcal Vaccine vaccine protect against?

Pneumococcal pneumonia, Meningitis

What is the Adult Pneumococcal Vaccine schedule?

Adults over 65, and younger adults with diabetes, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, as advised.

What are the side effects of Adult Pneumococcal Vaccine?

Sore arm, 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.