PCV 15 Vaccine (Deliver Broad Coverage For Stronger Elderly Immunity)

· Those in Bangkok looking to prevent serious pneumococcal infections.
· Those who want to reduce their risk of pneumonia and meningitis.
· Those who want to get protection against additional serotypes.
· Those who wish to follow updated CDC vaccine recommendations.
· Those who wish to achieve extra protection due to chronic health.

PCV 15 Vaccine is designed for active immunization against invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) in adults, including those aged 65 and older. The vaccine protects against 15 Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes, including those not covered by earlier vaccines, such as 22F and 33F, which are now recognized as significant contributors to IPD in the elderly. PCV 15 Vaccine offers broader protection than the 13-valent conjugate vaccine, helping to reduce the incidence of serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections in older adults. It is a key option in updated CDC vaccination strategies.

PCV 15 Vaccine contains 15 pneumococcal polysaccharide antigens that are conjugated to a CRM197 carrier protein, which helps enhance the immune system’s response. Once administered via intramuscular injection, the vaccine stimulates the production of specific antibodies that target the pneumococcal serotypes most commonly responsible for invasive disease in adults. Since it is a conjugate vaccine, it promotes a more robust and long-lasting immune response compared to polysaccharide-only vaccines. In older adults and those with chronic illnesses, it is often given in a sequential regimen with PPSV23 (Pneumovax 23) for extended serotype coverage.

1. Consultation will be conducted and medical history will be reviewed.
2. The injection site will be cleansed.
3. PCV 15 Vaccine will be administered.
4. Post-care instructions will be provided.

<Advantages>
· Enhances immunity
· Builds better immune response
· Offers broader protection
· Reduces antibiotic resistance
· Reduces the risk of pneumococcal disease

<Limitations>
· Immunocompromised individuals may have a reduced response to the vaccine
· Not recommended for individuals with known allergies to vaccine components, including diphtheria toxoid

Q1: Can adults get PCV 15 Vaccine?
A1: Yes, adults aged 18 years and older, especially those 65 and older or with certain health conditions, can receive PCV 15 vaccine to protect against invasive pneumococcal disease.

Q2: How many doses of PCV 15 Vaccine is required for the elderly?
A2: Typically, a single dose of PCV 15 vaccine is administered to adults 65 years and older, which is often followed by a dose of PPSV23 for broader protection as recommended by the doctor at our affiliated hospital.

Q3: What conditions increase the need for PCV 15 Vaccine?
A3: Adults with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart or lung disease, liver conditions, immunocompromised status, or smokers are strongly recommended to get PCV 15 vaccine.

Q4: Can PCV 15 Vaccine be given with the flu shot?
A4: Yes, PCV 15 vaccine can be safely administered at the same time as the influenza vaccine without reducing effectiveness.

Q5: How effective is PCV 15 Vaccine in preventing pneumococcal disease?
A5: PCV 15 offers broad protection against 15 pneumococcal serotypes, including those commonly causing invasive disease in adults, significantly reducing the risk of severe infections.

[Clinic Name] Thonburi Bamrungmuang Hospital
[Location] Bangkok, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] A 10 mins drive from Siam BTS station; 5 mins drive from Hua Lamphong MRT station; 5 mins drive from National Stadium BTS station
[Clinic Opening Time] 24 hrs

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