Meningococcal (a, c, y, w-135) polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid conjugate vaccine Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Meningococcal (a, c, y, w-135) polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid conjugate vaccine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Meningococcal (a, c, y, w-135) polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid conjugate vaccine - for the Consumer

Meningococcal (a, c, y, w-135) polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid conjugate vaccine

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Meningococcal (a, c, y, w-135) polysaccharide diphtheria toxoid conjugate vaccine:

Chills; decreased appetite; diarrhea; drowsiness (in children younger than 11 years old); hardening, tenderness, pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site; headache; irritability (in children younger than 11 years old); joint pain; mild fever; tiredness; unusual crying (in children 9 to 12 months old); vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); burning, numbness, or tingling; fainting; seizures; severe or persistent dizziness; trouble swallowing; weakness in the arms, legs, or facial muscles; wheezing.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

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