{"product_id":"pneumococcal-vaccine-23-valent","title":"Pneumococcal Vaccine (23-valent)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pneumococcal (23-valent) Vaccination Service from Ways Pharmacy is a private, pharmacist-administered immunisation with the PPV23 polysaccharide vaccine (Pneumovax 23) against 23 serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae, administered by appointment at Ways Pharmacy, London (GPhC-registered), for adults aged 65 and over and at-risk groups.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVaccine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePPV23 — 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (e.g. Pneumovax 23)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtects against\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumococcal disease: pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis caused by 23 S. pneumoniae serotypes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchedule (doses)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually a single dose at age 65; some at-risk people need extra or repeat doses on clinical advice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults 65+ and people with conditions that raise pneumococcal risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdministered by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPhC-registered pharmacist, by appointment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolborn, London WC1B 4ET (near British Museum \/ Holborn station)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eService type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrivate (not an NHS service)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBooking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePay online, then call 020 8106 7084 to schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho should consider it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults aged 65 and over wanting protection against pneumococcal pneumonia and invasive disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with long-term heart, lung, liver or kidney conditions, or diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople without a working spleen (asplenia or splenic dysfunction) or with sickle cell disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with a weakened immune system, including those on immunosuppressive treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e people with a confirmed allergy to any vaccine component; people who are acutely unwell with a fever on the day (postpone until recovered). The pharmacist will confirm suitability at your appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect the service and complete payment online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCall Ways Pharmacy Holborn on \u003cstrong\u003e020 8106 7084\u003c\/strong\u003e to arrange a convenient appointment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the appointment, the pharmacist reviews your age, medical history and any previous pneumococcal doses to confirm suitability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe vaccine is administered into the upper arm, followed by a short observation period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many doses of the PPV23 vaccine do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost healthy adults need only a single dose at age 65, which is expected to give long-lasting protection. People at higher risk, such as those without a working spleen, may need an additional dose or repeat doses over time. The pharmacist will confirm the right schedule for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between PPV23 and PCV13?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePPV23 is a polysaccharide vaccine covering 23 pneumococcal serotypes and is mainly used for adults 65 and over and at-risk adults. PCV13 (Prevenar 13) is a conjugate vaccine covering 13 serotypes that produces a stronger immune response in infants and certain high-risk groups. Some people are advised to have both; the pharmacist will explain the right approach for your circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I get vaccinated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaccine is administered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist at Ways Pharmacy, 77 Southampton Row, Holborn, London WC1B 4ET, near the British Museum and Holborn station. You can read more on our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ways-pharmacy-holborn-london\"\u003eHolborn branch page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I have it at the same time as my flu jab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pneumococcal vaccine can be given at the same visit as the seasonal flu vaccine, in different arms. Tell the pharmacist about any vaccines you have had recently so timing can be planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an NHS service?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a private vaccination service. The NHS offers pneumococcal vaccination free to eligible groups; this service is for people who prefer a private route or fall outside current NHS eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \/ who should not\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdministered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist in a private consulting room\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClinical screening on the day to confirm suitability and check for acute illness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot given to anyone with a confirmed allergy to a vaccine component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15-minute observation period after the injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon side effects (injection-site soreness, mild fever, tiredness) usually settle within 1 to 2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/vaccinations\/pneumococcal-vaccine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Pneumococcal vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/search?q=pneumovax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePneumovax 23 — Patient Information Leaflet (emc)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many doses of the PPV23 vaccine do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Most healthy adults need only a single dose at age 65, which is expected to give long-lasting protection. 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