Meningitis B

Meningococcal group B bacteria can cause severe illnesses such as meningitis and sepsis. The meningitis B vaccine is usually given to children at 8 weeks, 16 weeks, and 12 months of age for protection against these bacterial infections. 

If your child was unable to have this vaccination, they can obtain a vaccine at one of our branches. 

Inclusion criteria: 

• Patients 6 months and over, at risk of meningococcal diseases caused by Neisseria meningitidis group B (N.B. product specific age exclusions must be followed – see description of treatment). 

For more information regarding the meningitis B vaccination, please contact your nearest branch. You can locate your nearest Allied Pharmacy here