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Pneumovax 23 Disease Interactions

There are 2 disease interactions with Pneumovax 23 (pneumococcal 23-polyvalent vaccine).

Moderate

Pneumococcal 23 valent vaccine (applies to Pneumovax 23) cardiovascular disease

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Pulmonary Heart or Vascular Disease

Caution and appropriate monitoring should be exercised when administering pneumococcal 23 valent vaccine to individuals with severely compromised cardiovascular and/or pulmonary function in whom a systemic reaction would pose a significant risk.

References

  1. (2022) "Product Information. Pneumovax 23 (pneumococcal 23-polyvalent vaccine)." Merck & Co., Inc
Moderate

Vaccines (inactivated)/toxoids (applies to Pneumovax 23) immunodeficiency

Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility.

The expected serum antibody responses may not be obtained when vaccines and/or toxoids are administered to patients with primary or acquired immunodeficiency, including those with severe combined immunodeficiency, hypogammaglobulinemia or agammaglobulinemia, HIV infection, altered immune states (due to diseases such as leukemia, lymphoma, or generalized malignancy), or immunosuppression due to drug or other treatments (e.g., corticosteroids, alkylating agents, antimetabolites, or radiation).

References

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  13. (2022) "Product Information. Prevnar 13 (pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccine)." Apothecon Inc
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Pneumovax 23 drug interactions

There are 293 drug interactions with Pneumovax 23 (pneumococcal 23-polyvalent vaccine).

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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