Reservation Deposit: HK$200
Vaccination Location: Suite 1424-1425, 14/F, Ocean Centre, 5 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Pneumococcal Vaccine 13 (PCV 13)
Price: HK$1,480 per 1 dose
Vaccination recommended for 6 weeks from birth, with no upper age limit.
*Individuals under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for vaccination*
Pharmaceutical Factory : Pfizer
PCV 13 Vaccine Immunization Schedule
| Age | Dose 1 | Dose 2 | Dose 3 | Dose 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 weeks to 6 months old Baby
(Total 4 Doses) |
at 2 months old | at 4 months old | at 6 months old | at 12 to 15 months old |
| 7 months to 11 months old Baby
(Total 3 Doses) |
at 7 months old | at least 1 month after
1st dose |
Must be at 1 year old
(12 months) or at least 2 months after 2nd dose |
– |
| 12 to 23 months old Junior
( Total 2 Doses) |
at 12 to 20 months old | at least 2 months after
1st dose |
– | – |
| 2 years old and above
(Total 1 Dose) |
anytime from 2 years old | – | – | – |
*Individuals under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for vaccination*
Contraindications and precautions before vaccination :
- If a child / adult has previously started a vaccination series but has not completed it and requires a second dose, please submit the vaccination record to our center for assessment before making an appointment. After assessment, if the person is deemed unsuitable for vaccination, our medical staff reserves the right to refuse vaccination and no refund will be provided.
- On the day of vaccination, the child’s vaccination record must be brought along. Failure to present the record may result in our medical staff refusing vaccination without a refund.
- Children / Adult with fever, cold, or other discomfort on the vaccination day are not suitable for vaccination. Parents should promptly inform our center’s medical staff for rescheduling.
- If a child / adult has received other vaccines within one month, please consult our center’s medical staff before purchasing. After assessment, if the person is deemed unsuitable for vaccination, our medical staff reserves the right to refuse vaccination, and no refund will be provided.
- Prior consultation with our center’s medical staff is recommended before purchasing. After assessment, if the person is deemed unsuitable for vaccination, our medical staff reserves the right to refuse vaccination and no refund will be provided.
- If there are any concerns regarding the vaccine, please inquire with our center’s medical staff before purchasing. Our clinic Tel : 2736 6228 / WhatsApp : wa.me/+85264538099
- Individuals under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for vaccination.
- In case of any disputes, Health Gene Limited reserves the right to make the final decision.
Pneumococcal Vaccine 13 (PCV 13)
Prevenar 13® adopts the latest conjugation technology, which induces immune memory and hence provides long-lasting protection with one convenient dose to individuals aged 2 or above. It is included in the Hong Kong Childhood Immunization Programme for children aged below 2 and recommended by HK Centre for Health Protection for elderly aged 65 or above. Particularly, the elderly with high-risk conditions such as. chronic disease patients should receive Prevenar13® as the priority pneumococcal vaccine. US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also recommends Prevenar13® for use as a priority shot among elderly aged 65 or above.
Pneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These bacteria can cause many types of illnesses, including pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. Pneumococcal bacteria are one of the most common causes of pneumonia. Pneumococcal vaccination can protect both children and adults from pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria that can spread from person to person through close contact.
Pneumococcal infection represents a wide range of diseases caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae / pneumococcus). More than 90 serotypes have been identified.
Transmission of the disease: It can be transmitted by droplet spread and contact with respiratory secretions; direct contact is another way of transmission.
Effects of the disease: Causes a wide spectrum of diseases, including:
- Meningitis: it is a severe type of pneumococcal infection and usually presents with fever, stiff neck and mental confusion, causing long-term problems, such as hearing loss, or even death;
- Pneumonia: it commonly presents with fever, shortness of breath, chills and productive cough, and may result in death in severe cases; and
- Otitis media: it presents with fever, ear pain with or without ear discharge, and may lead to hearing loss in recurrent cases.
Adverse Reactions: Most people have no serious reactions after receiving PCV. Occasionally there may be mild fever (usually occur within 3 days after vaccination) or slight redness or swelling around the injection site, but these will gradually subside in a few days. If fever or discomforts persist, or abnormal breathing is observed, please consult a doctor immediately.
The following individuals should NOT receive PCV
- serious allergic reaction to the previous dose of PCV
- serious allergic reaction to diphtheria toxoid containing vaccine
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| Number of serotypes | 13 types (1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A, 19F and 23F) |
|---|---|
| Number of doses | Aged 6 months or below – 4 doses in total, at 2 months, 4 months and 6 months old. Another booster dose at 12 to 15 months old. |
| Vaccine characteristics | Vaccine technology can lead to immunological memory, providing long-lasting protection |
