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Opinions on Bexsero

usernewnameusernewname member
in May 2014 Moms
I am not starting an immunization debate. I am just curious.

Bexsero is a newer vaccine against Meningitis B. In Canada we are vaccinated against Meningitis C routinely. This new vaccine is optional and at the additional cost to the family to pay for the vaccine and doctors fees. My doctor has asked if we would like it.

My question. Has anyone had their child receive this new one? Or has anyone been offered the option. I am always wary of new vaccines so I'd like to hear some thoughts.  I can't really find a concrete answer on what the difference is between B and C. 

Thank you :)
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Re: Opinions on Bexsero

  • jenb_99jenb_99 member
    I say the more the better when it comes to vaccinating my family. I haven't heard of this one yet, but if our pedi starts offering it, my kids will get it.


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  • cnbeancnbean member
    I'm kinda with @jenb_99 on this. Although if insurance didn't cover the cost it might depend. But I haven't heard of this one.
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  • usernewnameusernewname member
    Yeah I can't find much on it. I just know it's for men b. I also can't find much on what men b in comparison.

    It seems to be newer over here but not so new in the UK. Definitely have to ask more about it.
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  • jenb_99jenb_99 member
    You have a good point, @cnbean‌. If it was optional but expensive and not covered, I might skip it or at least wait till I knew more about it, depending on the cost.


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  • usernewnameusernewname member
    let me know if you find anything @MK1013 ... I can't find a concrete difference between meningitis b and c.
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  • jenb_99jenb_99 member
    I've read up a little and have gathered that MenB is a more dangerous strain of meningococcal that is especially life-threatening for infants. So offering both B and C would give kids a much broader coverage than either vaccine alone.

    This article comes from the manufacturer so is obvioulsy biased but still pretty informative.
    https://www.novartis.com/newsroom/media-releases/en/2014/1774805.shtml

    I can't tell if it's readily available, though, or if it's still in trials. I'm going to ask about it at our checkup on the 22nd.


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  • usernewnameusernewname member
    My doc told us we just go buy it. Like to would a vaccine for travels then she administers it. That's here in Canada. It costs 100$ plus doctor fee.
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  • KBowen715KBowen715 member
    My advice is to look Ito the ingredients and biproducts, research their side effects vs the side effects of the disease and likelihood that your child will contract it. Then you can decide.

    I'm against any medication that hasn't been in wide circulation for long enough to know long term effects. But that's just me. Everyone has to do what works best for them.
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