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Nimenrix TM

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Active ingredients: meningococcal a + meningococcal c + meningococcal w135 + meningococcal y conjugate vaccine, inert substance

Pack: Nimenrix (1 x vaccine vial, 1 x 0.5 mL inert diluent syringe), 1 pack

Brand name

(ARTG)

: NIMENRIX meningococcal (Groups A, C, W-135, Y) polysaccharide tetanus toxoid conjugate vaccine injection vial and diluent syringe

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

NIMENRIX is indicated for active immunisation of individuals from 6 weeks of age against invasive meningococcal diseases caused by Neisseria meningitidis groups A, C, W-135 and Y.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.

Component :

  • Diluent, not applicable
  • Intramuscular
  • The diluent is presented in glass syringes.

Component :

  • Injection, powder for
  • Intramuscular
  • Nimenrix is presented as a powder in monodose vials.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Freeze
  • Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 1 pack
  • 10 pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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