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What is the difference between Prevnar 13 and 23?

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What is the difference between Prevnar 13 and 23?

Prevnar 13 protects against 13 types of bacteria, and Pneumovax 23 protects against 23 types of bacteria. Prevnar 13 is given in the muscle (IM), while Pneumovax 23 can be given either in the muscle (IM) or under the skin (subcutaneously). Most adults over 65 will receive one dose of each vaccine, one year apart.

Do you give Prevnar 13 or 23 first?

CDC recommends you: Administer PCV13 before giving any recommended doses of PPSV23. Give 1 dose of PPSV23 (if not already given earlier in childhood) at least 8 weeks after PCV13.

Is PNEUMOVAX 23 or 13?

In some cases, the CDC recommends that certain children and adults get Prevnar 13 in addition to Pneumovax 23. This is usually done if you have a high risk of complications from the bacteria.

Do I need Prevnar 13 if I had Pneumovax 23?

APIC recommends persons considered to be “high risk” receive the Prevnar 13 vaccine followed by the Pneumovax 23 with 8 weeks in between vaccinations.

Do you need Prevnar 20 if you had Prevnar 13 and Pneumovax 23?

The safety of Prevnar 20 was studied in people who have no history of pneumococcal vaccination, in individuals who have previously received Prevnar 13, and in individuals who have previously received Pneumovax 23. No notable safety differences were seen between the vaccines.

Why is PCV13 given before PPSV23?

When both PCV13 and PPSV23 are to be administered, PCV13 is recommended before PPSV23, based on studies demonstrating a better response to serotypes common to both vaccines when PCV was given first (5–7).

Can you get Prevnar 13 after Pneumovax 23?

Is Prevnar 13 still recommended for adults?

PCV13 vaccination is no longer routinely recommended for all adults aged ≥65 years.

How long does Prevnar 23 last?

There are two types of pneumonia vaccines used to protect against pneumonia, although not all types. One pneumonia vaccine (Prevnar 13) has an unknown immunity duration, while the other (Pneumovax 23) lasts from five to 10 years. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that causes cough, fever, and trouble breathing.

When do you give Pneumovax 23 after Prevnar 13?

Administer 1 dose of PCV13 at 65 years or older. This dose should be given at least 1 year after PPSV23. Administer 1 final dose of PPSV23 at 65 years or older. This dose should be given at least 1 year after PCV13 and at least 5 years after the most recent dose of PPSV23.