How is Prevnar given?
Prevnar is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle. Your child will receive this injection in a doctor’s office or other clinic setting. Prevnar is given in a series of shots. The first shot is usually given when the child is 2 months old. The booster shots are then given at 4 months, 6 months, and 12 to 15 months of age. The first Prevnar injection should be given no earlier than 6 weeks of age. Allow at least 2 months to pass between injections. If your child is already 6 months or older, he or she can still receive Prevnar on the following schedule: • Age 7-11 months: two injections at least 4 weeks apart, followed by a third injection after the child turns 1 year (at least 2 months after the second injection); • Age 12-23 months: two injections at least 2 months apart; • Age 2-9 years: one injection. The timing of this vaccination is very important for it to be effective. Your child’s individual booster schedule may be different from these guidelines. Follow your doctor’s instru
