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Injectables

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Rx

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Suspension for injection

PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINE (NEU mo KOK al vak SEEN) is a vaccine. It prevents pneumococcus bacterial infections. These bacteria can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections. This vaccine will not treat an infection and will not cause infection. This vaccine is recommended for adults 18 years and older.