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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 syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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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
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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