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Pakistan EPI vaccine

Pneumococcal Vaccine

Pneumococcal vaccine is given in a three-dose infant series in Pakistan's routine schedule.

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Vaccine Universe Medical Director
Last reviewed
Jul 6, 2026
Administration
Intramuscular injection
Where to get it
Free at government EPI vaccination centres

What is Pneumococcal Vaccine?

Pneumococcal vaccine is given in a three-dose infant series in Pakistan's routine schedule.

Dosage and schedule

Three doses at 6, 10, and 14 weeks.

  1. 1

    2nd Visit

    6 weeks

    Pneumococcal-I
  2. 2

    3rd Visit

    10 weeks

    Pneumococcal-II
  3. 3

    4th Visit

    14 weeks

    Pneumococcal-III

Benefits

  • Helps protect against pneumococcal disease.
  • Supports prevention of severe illness such as pneumonia and meningitis.

Diseases prevented

  • Pneumococcal disease

Common reactions

  • Injection-site pain, redness, or swelling.
  • Mild fever, sleepiness, or irritability can occur.

Precautions

  • Tell the vaccinator if there was a severe allergic reaction after a previous dose.
  • Discuss serious acute illness with a health worker before vaccination.

When to seek help

  • Seek care for high fever, breathing difficulty, or symptoms that worry you after vaccination.

Medical disclaimer

This vaccine knowledge base is educational and based on public EPI/WHO sources. It does not replace advice from a qualified doctor, vaccinator, or local health authority. For missed doses, illness, allergies, pregnancy, immune compromise, or an unexpected reaction after vaccination, speak to a health-care worker.

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