Rotavirus Vaccine Flashcards
1
Q
What type of vaccine is the rotavirus?
A
Live vaccine
2
Q
How is it administered?
A
Orally
3
Q
How many doses are required and at what ages?
A
2 doses.
At 2 months and then 3 months.
4
Q
How effective is the virus?
A
85-90% effective.
5
Q
The rotavirus decreased hospitalisation by how much?
A
70%
6
Q
The first dose should not be given after 14 weeks + 6 days and the second dose cannot be given after 23 weeks + 6 days…why?
A
There is a risk of intussusception
