I would like to have information on the meningitis B vaccine for children, what is the price, where to take an appointment?

Hello Mrs,

The Bexsero vaccine may be free for people with certain conditions or at risk. Otherwise, you should contact your local CLSC to make an appointment. Depending on the age of your child, you can also check if it is possible to make an appointment at a pharmacy. The Clic Santé platform can be used to find an appointment according to your geographical location.

As for the price, you will have to check if the child meets the criteria for free treatment. If not, you will have to ask the vaccinator or the pharmacy for the price, which could vary from one place to another.

Side effects are those commonly seen with vaccines, such as pain at the injection site, fatigue, fever, decreased appetite and nausea. These are usually mild and temporary.

Sincerely,

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

PS: Here is the free indication chart, but for more details I strongly suggest to talk to the professional on site:

https://www.msss.gouv.qc.ca/professionnels/vaccination/piq-vaccins/tableau-synthese-pour-l-utilisation-des-vaccins-contre-le-meningocoque/

(Men-B column)