We all cough to clear up our throats and lungs. However, coughing for a long time with other symptoms may be due to pneumonia. Let’s take a look if you have it and how much you need to pay for the anti-pneumonia vaccine.
A report by the Inquirer mentioned that about 76,000 people in the Philippines have died due to pneumonia in the past three years alone. Most of them are children. That’s why we need to be vigilant in getting protection through a vaccine.
We understand that the price of some vaccines are high. This expensive rate prevents many Filipinos from getting immunized. But it is important to set aside money if we want to live a healthier life without risks of getting pneumonia.
How Do You Feel?
Having pneumonia involves many symptoms according to the American Lung Center. Could you identify if you have any of the following?
- Cough with greenish, yellowish or red tinged phlegm
- Fever or sweating and chills
- Shortness of breath
- Sharp or stabbing chest pain when you breathe deeply or cough
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
How Much is Pneumonia Vaccine?
The price of pneumonia vaccine in the Philippines is Php 2,300 to Php 4,500 depending on the type of shot you wish to have. See the price list of anti pneumonia vaccines among drug stores and diagnostic centers.
Mercury Drug Pneumonia Vaccine Price
- Pneumonia Vaccine (PCV 13) – P 3,850.00
- Pneumonia Vaccine (PPSV 23) – P 2,360.00
Watsons Drug Pneumonia Vaccine Price
- Pneumonia 13 – Php 3,850
- Pneumonia 23 – Php 2,360
Hi Precision Pneumonia Vaccine
- Pneumonia Vaccine 23 – Php 3,846
https://store.hi-precision.com.ph
Capitol Medical Center Pneumonia Vaccine Price
- Adult Pneumonia vaccine – Php 2,812
https://www.capitolmedical.com.ph/
There are two types of vaccines for pneumonia namely anti-pneumonia vaccine 13 and 23. If you need other vaccines, look at the price list of vaccines in the Philippines that we created.
Discounted Price
There is a way for you to get a lower price for pneumonia vaccine. One of them is by using a senior ID. You probably know that seniors are entitled up to 20% discounts on medicines including vaccines. We suggest that you get a shot as soon as possible because seniors tend to have complications from pneumonia due to weak immune systems.
Free Pneumonia Vaccine for Seniors
You heard it right. We discovered that everyone who is 60 years old and above can get a free anti pneumonia vaccine from their barangay health center according to this Philstar report. This is part of the DOH’s national immunization program which benefits senior citizens.
About the Author: The MedicalPinas team publishes articles to help Filipinos find info on various medical services and their prices.