Pneumococcal infection is also an important cause of ear infections in children.
Unless otherwise contraindicated, immunization against pneumococcal disease is recommended for infants and young children. Immunization requires 1 to 4 doses of the vaccine, depending on the age at the first dose. This vaccine can be given at the same time as other routine vaccinations. This vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor or other health care professional. In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do.