Rotavirus Vaccine

Vaccine · Vaccine

Indications

Prevention of gastroenteritis caused by rotavirus, G1 & certain non-G1 serotypes.

Dosage

By mouth. Children: Over 6 wk: 2 doses of 1 mL separated by an interval of at least 4 wk; course should be completed before 24 wk of age preferably before 16 wk.

Adverse Effects

Loss of appetite, irritability, fever, diarrhoea, vomiting.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: History of chronic GI disease including congenital malformation of the GI tract. Hypersensitivity. Adults. Precautions: Postpone vaccination in acute severe febrile illness, diarrhoea, vomiting.

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