23-Valent Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPSV23)
23-Valent Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPSV23) (Pneumovax 23) costs HK$400 per dose at Dedicare Medical Centre, Hong Kong.
Vaccine
Pneumovax 23
Suggested Age
Over 50 years old
Indication
Prevention of pneumococcal disease caused by 23 serotypes contained in the vaccine
Manufacturer
MSD
HK Registration Number
HK-64170
Registration
HK registration since 2015
Price
HK$400 （per dose）
Dosage & Schedule
1 dose only
Peak Incidence Age
Age 2 and above
Characteristics
- Cover more serotypes than any other pneumococcal vaccine
High Risk Groups
Immunodeficient individual, Functional or anatomic asplenia, Cochlear implants
Common Side Effects
Mild redness and swelling at injection site
Contraindication
- Severe allergic reaction (e.g. anaphylaxis) to any component of Pneumovax 23
Medically reviewed by Dr Brian Chung, MBBS (Adelaide), MEDM (CUHK), DDME (CUHK), DOM (CUHK)
Hong Kong Medical Council registration no. M12184
Are there any consultation or injection fees, or other hidden charges, on top of the vaccine price?
No. Dedicare does not charge any of these.
Booking and enquiries
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