Menactra

Menactra is used to prevent infection caused by meningitis. (generic version) On average Menactra is priced at about $160 for 2.5 mL intramuscular solution. Luckily, you can use our OptionRx savings offer to receive a Menactra discount of up to 80% off the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.

• Menactra

• ActHIB
• BCG Vaccine
• Bexsero
• BioThrax
• Hiberix
• Menactra
• Menhibrix
• Menomune
• MenQuadfi
• Menveo
• Pedvax HIB
• Pneumovax 23
• Prevnar 13
• Prevnar 20
• Trumenba
• Typhim VI
• Vaxchora
• Vaxneuvance
• Vivotif

• Injectable

• By injection

A nurse or other trained health professional will give this vaccine as a shot into a muscle.

Adults and children older than 2 years of age usually receive this vaccine just once. Children younger of 2 years of age will need repeat shots.

It is very important for your child to receive all of the shots for the vaccine. If your child misses a dose, call your child€™s doctor for another appointment.

You should receive a vaccine information statement. Read the information carefully before this vaccine is given. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

This vaccine may not be right for everyone. You should not receive this vaccine if you have had a severe allergic reaction to meningococcal or diphtheria vaccines.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have a weak immune system, or if you have a history of Guillain-Barré syndrome.

This vaccine may not protect everyone who receives it.

This vaccine may cause the following problems:Apnea (breathing problems) in premature infantsGuillain-Barré syndrome

Weakness, numbness, or tingling, especially in the legs

Make sure your doctor knows if you are using medicines that weaken your immune system, such as cancer medicines, radiation treatment, or steroids.

Tell your doctor about all other vaccines you have recently received, including a flu shot.

This vaccine may cause the following problems:Apnea (breathing problems) in premature infantsGuillain-Barré syndrome

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Fainting or dizziness
• Fever or chills
• Weakness, numbness, or tingling, especially in the legs
• Redness, pain, itching, burning, swelling, tenderness, or a lump under the skin where the shot was given
• Headache, drowsiness, or sleepiness
• Diarrhea, loss of appetite, or vomiting
• Redness, pain, itching, burning, swelling, tenderness, or a lump under the skin where the shot was given
• Crying or irritability
• Joint or muscle pain