Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)
This medication guide is specific to Penmenvy.
Meningococcal disease is a bacterial infection that can infect the spinal cord and brain, causing meningitis that can be fatal or lead to permanent and disabling medical problems.
Meningococcal disease can spread from one person to another through small droplets of saliva that are expelled into the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The bacteria is usually passed through close contact with an infected person, especially through kissing, or sharing a drinking glass or eating utensil.
Meningococcal group ABCWY vaccine is used to prevent infection caused by serogroup ABCWY meningococcal bacteria.
This vaccine helps your body develop immunity to meningitis, but will not treat an active infection you already have.
Meningococcal group ABCWY vaccine is for use in children and young adults who are 10 to 25 years old.
This vaccine can be used only when all serogroups (ABCWY) of the meningococcal ABCWY vaccines are indicated at the same visit.
Like any vaccine, the meningococcal group ABCWY vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person.
uses
What is Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular) used for?
- Meningococcal Meningitis Prophylaxis
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)?
You should not receive this vaccine if you've ever had an allergic reaction to meningococcal vaccine or to any other diphtheria toxoid-containing vaccine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had nervous system problems such as numbness, pain, tingling, weakness, burning or prickly feeling, vision or hearing problems, trouble breathing after receiving a vaccine.
This vaccine may need to be postponed or not given at all if you have:
- received a vaccine for meningitis;
- a severe illness with a fever or any type of infection; or
- a weak immune system caused by disease or by using certain medicine (this vaccine may not be as effective if you are immunosuppressed).
You may still receive a vaccine if you have a minor cold.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Keep track of all side effects you have, be sure to tell the vaccination provider if the previous shot caused any side effects.
Becoming infected with meningococcal disease and developing meningitis is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine. Any vaccine may cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is low.
You should not receive a second shot if you had a life-threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.
Common side effects may include:
- pain, redness, swelling, or irritation where the medicine was injected;
- feeling tired;
- headache;
- muscle or joint pain; or
- nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report vaccine side effects to the US Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-822-7967.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)?
Follow your vaccination provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)?
Use Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle. You will receive this injection in a doctor's office or clinic setting.
Meningococcal group ABCWY vaccine is usually given in a series of 2 shots, the second shot is given 6 months after the first shot.
You will be watched for a short time to make sure you do not feel faint after receiving this vaccine.
Be sure to receive all recommended doses of this vaccine or you may not be fully protected against disease.
There are other types of meningococcal vaccine available. When you receive your second dose, make sure you are receiving a vaccine for meningococcal serogroup A, B, C, W, or Y and not only for serogroup B, unless otherwise directed by your doctor or vaccination provider.
Contact your vaccination provider if you miss the second dose or if you get behind schedule.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Penmenvy (Cvx 328) (Intramuscular)?
An overdose of this vaccine is unlikely to occur.