Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)
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 B vaccine is used to prevent infection caused by serogroup B meningococcal bacteria.
This vaccine helps your body develop immunity to meningitis, but will not treat an active infection you already have.
Meningococcal group B vaccine is for use in children and young adults who are 10 to 25 years old.
Like any vaccine, the meningococcal group B vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person.
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)?
You should not receive this vaccine if you've ever had an allergic reaction to meningococcal group B vaccine.
This vaccine may need to be postponed or not given at all if you have:
- 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.
Your doctor should determine whether you need this vaccine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)?
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. If you need a booster dose, you will need to tell the vaccination provider if the previous shot caused any side effects.
You should not receive a second shot if you had a life-threatening allergic reaction after the first shot.
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 may feel faint after receiving this vaccine. Your doctor may want you to remain under observation during the first 15 minutes after the injection.
Common side effects may include:
- headache;
- feeling tired, chills;
- muscle or joint pain;
- nausea, diarrhea; or
- pain, redness, swelling, or a hard lump where the shot was given.
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 Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Your doctor should determine whether you need this vaccine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)?
Follow your vaccination provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)?
Use Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine) 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 into a muscle. You will receive this injection in a doctor's office or medical setting.
There are two meningococcal B vaccines available and the same vaccine must be used for all doses.
Meningococcal group B vaccine is usually given in a series of 2 or 3 shots. Booster shots are given 1, 2, or 6 months after the first shot.
Your booster schedule may be different. Follow the guidelines provided by your doctor or local health department.
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 a booster dose, make sure you are receiving a vaccine for meningococcal serogroup B and not for serogroups A, C, W, or Y, unless otherwise directed by your doctor or vaccination provider.
Contact your vaccination provider if you miss a booster dose or if you get behind schedule.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Trumenba (Meningococcal Group B Vaccine)?
An overdose of this vaccine is unlikely to occur.