Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine - what you need to know: when to get help
Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services immediately for possible signs of a severe allergic reaction, including:
Trouble breathing or wheezing
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Widespread hives with weakness, dizziness, or collapse
Emergency help is also appropriate if fainting leads to a significant injury or the person does not quickly regain normal awareness.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek prompt medical advice if you have a high or persistent fever, become dehydrated, or have symptoms that concern you.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Contact your healthcare team during routine hours if redness, swelling, pain, or fever is worsening rather than improving, or if side effects are interfering with eating, drinking, sleep, or daily activity.
Also call if you think the wrong vaccine was given or you are unsure when another dose is due.