Quadri Meningo Vaccine is used to prevent meningococcal disease. This is indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135.

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is recommended in children (from 2 months of age), adolescents, and adults to prevent invasive meningococcal disease. The use of this vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations. It is given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is important to receive all the doses of the vaccine to be effective.

Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, swelling, redness), nausea, headache, sleepiness, irritability, malaise, and myalgia. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.

Uses of Quadri Meningo Injection

Side effects of Quadri Meningo Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Quadri Meningo

Injection site reaction
Sleepiness
Nausea
Headache
Irritation
Muscle pain

How to use Quadri Meningo Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Quadri Meningo Injection works

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is a vaccine which helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Quadri Meningo Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Quadri Meningo Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Quadri Meningo Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quadri Meningo Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Quadri Meningo Injection?

If you miss a dose of Quadri Meningo Vaccine, please consult your doctor.\n

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is used to prevent meningococcal disease.
It is usually given by injection into the muscle of the upper arm.
Your doctor will advise you if and when you should receive a booster dose.
Immunocompromised individuals or persons suffering from functional or anatomic asplenia (including sickle cell disease) should get it.
People travelling to US & Europe, Hajj (as meningococcal meningitis is more prevalent there) are advised to get vaccinated with Quadri Meningo Vaccine.

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User feedback

Patients taking Quadri Meningo Vaccine

Once A Month

43%

Once A Day

43%

Once A Week

14%

What are you using Quadri Meningo Injection for?

Meningococcal*

100%

*Meningococcal disease

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

FAQs

What is Quadri Meningo Vaccine?

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, Y, and W-135. Quadri Meningo Vaccine is approved for use in persons aged 2 months through 55 years.

Who should not take Quadri Meningo Vaccine?

Quadri Meningo Vaccine should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. If you have had an allergic reaction to any medicine earlier, inform your doctor about it.

Is a booster dose of Quadri Meningo Vaccine needed?

Yes, a single booster dose of Quadri Meningo Vaccine may be administered to individuals aged 15 through 55 years who may be at a continued risk of getting meningococcal disease, if at least 4 years have passed since a prior dose of it was given. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

How is Quadri Meningo Vaccine given?

Quadri Meningo Vaccine is given by a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into the muscle of your upper arm, but it may also be given in the thigh muscle in children. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Quadri Meningo Vaccine.

Can Quadri Meningo Vaccine cause meningococcal disease?

No. Quadri Meningo Vaccine will not cause meningococcal disease. It just helps your body in producing antibodies against it, so that your body can fight the infection if you are exposed to it in future.

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References

Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. p. 202.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Vaccines by Disease. Meningococcal. [Accessed 26th Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:
Meningococcal (Groups A, C, Y, and W-135) Oligosaccharide Diphtheria CRM197 Conjugate Vaccine [Prescribing Information]. Sovicille, Italy: GSK Vaccines, Srl; 2022. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from: