If you provide additional keywords, you may be able to browse through our database of Scientific Response Documents.

Our scientific content is evidence-based, scientifically balanced and non-promotional. It undergoes rigorous internal medical review and is updated regularly to reflect new information.
Not a healthcare professional? Go to the patient or caregiver website.

PREVNAR® 13 Indications and Usage (pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccine - diphtheria CRM197 protein)

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

1.1 Children 6 Weeks Through 5 Years of Age

In children 6 weeks through 5 years of age (prior to the 6th birthday), Prevnar 13® is indicated for:

  • active immunization for the prevention of invasive disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A, 19F and 23F.
  • active immunization for the prevention of otitis media caused by S. pneumoniae serotypes 4, 6B, 9V, 14, 18C, 19F, and 23F. No otitis media efficacy data are available for serotypes 1, 3, 5, 6A, 7F, and 19A.

1.2 Children 6 Years Through 17 Years of Age

In children 6 years through 17 years of age (prior to the 18th birthday), Prevnar 13 is indicated for:

  • active immunization for the prevention of invasive disease caused by S. pneumoniae serotypes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A, 19F and 23F.

1.3 Adults 18 Years of Age and Older

In adults 18 years of age and older, Prevnar 13 is indicated for:

  • active immunization for the prevention of pneumonia and invasive disease caused by S. pneumoniae serotypes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A, 19F and 23F.

1.4 Limitations of Prevnar 13 Use and Effectiveness

  • Prevnar 13 does not protect against disease caused by S. pneumoniae serotypes that are not in the vaccine.
 
Did you find an answer to your question? Yes No

If you provide additional keywords, you may be able to browse through our database of Scientific Response Documents.

Our scientific content is evidence-based, scientifically balanced and non-promotional. It undergoes rigorous internal medical review and is updated regularly to reflect new information.

PREVNAR® 13 Quick Finder

  • Stability Calculator
  • Pfizer samples (for eligible HCPs)
  • Assistance programs (for eligible patients)
  • Report an adverse event or concern about the quality of a Pfizer product
Download Prescribing Information
Show All Hide All
Show All Hide All
Did you find an answer to your question? Yes No

Resources

website
Prevnar 13 Website for Healthcare Professionals
 
website
Vaccine Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)
 
website
Pfizer RxPathways – find information on prescription assistance programs for eligible patients
 
Didn’t find what you were looking for? Contact us.
Call 800-438-1985*

*Contact Medical Information. 9AM-5PM ET Monday to Friday; excluding holidays.

Chat*

*9AM-5PM ET Monday to Friday; excluding holidays.

Medical Inquiry

Submit a medical question for Pfizer prescription products.

Report Adverse Event
Pfizer Safety

Contact Pfizer Safety to report an adverse event, side effect or concern about the quality of a Pfizer product: (800) 438-1985

FDA Medwatch

You may also contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly to report adverse events or product quality concerns at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/MedWatch