Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine Flashcards
1
Q
What type of vaccine is Japanese Encephalitis vaccine?
A
Inactivated vaccine adsorbed onto an adjuvant
2
Q
Who should receive the Japanese Encephalitis vaccine?
A
- For people who are going to reside in an area where Japanese encephalitis is endemic or epidemic
- Travellers to South or South East Asia if staying for a month or longer
- Lab staff
3
Q
How many doses of the immunisation course for Japanese Encephalitis vaccine are there?
A
2 doses at least 1 weeks before potential exposure to Japanese encephalitis virus.
4
Q
When should a single booster dose be given?
A
12 months after primary immunisation course for adults under 65 yo and children 2 months and over.
