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If a doctor has diagnosed mild viral meningitis—which can often be managed at home—or to treat side effects from a meningitis vaccination, you can use the following over-the-counter remedies in the UK:
Paracetamol (e.g., Calpol, Boots Paracetamol): To reduce fever, headaches, and general aches.
Ibuprofen (e.g., Advil, Nurofen): To reduce fever, inflammation, and pain.
Anti-sickness medication (anti-emetics): These can be used for nausea or vomiting, often available in pharmacies with pharmacist advice.
Key Advice on OTC Medication for Meningitis Symptoms:
Do not take two or more pain medicines together (e.g., don't mix paracetamol and ibuprofen) unless advised by a doctor, as this can be harmful.
Keep hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.
Rest: Get plenty of rest.
Wait times: It can take 30 minutes for a fever to start to fall after taking paracetamol or ibuprofen.
When to Seek Immediate Help (999):
If you see a rash that does not fade under a glass (the "glass test"), or if you experience a severe headache, stiff neck, vomiting, or confusion, you must get emergency help immediately.
Meningitis is a medical emergency and must be treated by a doctor immediately. If you suspect you or someone else has meningitis, you should not rely on over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/treatment/
Bacterial Meningitis is a medical emergency requiring immediate hospital treatment with intravenous antibiotics.
Severe viral meningitis may also be treated in hospital.
Treatments include:
antibiotics given directly into a vein
fluids given directly into a vein to prevent dehydration
oxygen through a face mask if there are any breathing difficulties
steroid medication to help reduce any swelling around the brain,...
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LIFE THREATENING - BACTERIAL MENINGITIS
From the NHS WEB SITE https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/treatment/
Preventing the spread of infection
The risk of someone with meningitis spreading the infection to others is generally low.
But if someone is thought to be at high risk of infection, they may be given a dose of antibiotics as a precautionary measure.
This may include anyone who's been in prolonged close contact with someone who developed meningitis, such as:
people living in the same house
pupils sharing a dormitory
university students sharing a hall of residence
a boyfriend or girlfriend
People who have only had brief contact with someone who developed meningitis will not usually need to take antibiotics.
Page last reviewed: 18 March 2026
Next review due: 17 March 2027
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Severe viral meningitis may also be treated in hospital.
The NHS provides several vaccinations to protect against different types of meningitis, including the MenB vaccine (Bexsero) for group B, which is given to babies and sometimes during outbreaks. Other key vaccines include the MenACWY vaccine (protecting against groups A, C, W, and Y) and the Hib/MenC vaccine (for Haemophilus influenzae type b and group C).
Key NHS Meningitis Vaccines:
MenB Vaccine (Bexsero): Protects against Meningococcal Group B. It is part of the routine childhood immunisation programme, with doses usually at 8 and 16 weeks, and a booster at 1 year. It is also used in specific outbreak responses, such as for close contacts or, as of March 2026, certain school students in affected areas GOV.UK.
MenACWY Vaccine: Protects against four strains (A, C, W, and Y). It is typically offered to teenagers, sixth-formers, and first-time university students under 25 years old to protect against high-risk groups nhs.uk.
Hib/MenC Vaccine: Protects against Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) and Meningococcal group C. It is given as a booster to children at 1 year of age nhs.uk.
Pneumococcal Vaccine: Protects against pneumococcal bacteria, a common cause of meningitis.
It is important to check with a GP or the NHS website for the most current advice on eligibility and to ensure all scheduled vaccinations are up to date.
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