What is Rotarix vaccine for baby?

This vaccine is used to prevent a certain virus infection (rotavirus) in infants and young children. Rotavirus can cause fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

What type of vaccine is Rotarix?

There are two rotavirus vaccines licensed for use in infants in the United States: RotaTeq® (RV5), which is given in three doses at 2 months, 4 months, and 6 months of age. Rotarix® (RV1), which is given in two doses at 2 months and 4 months of age.

Is Rotarix and rotavirus the same?

ROTARIX (Rotavirus Vaccine, Live, Oral), for oral administration, is a live, attenuated rotavirus vaccine derived from the human 89-12 strain which belongs to G1P[8] type. The rotavirus strain is propagated on Vero cells. After reconstitution, the final formulation (1 mL) contains at least 106.

When should a Rotarix vaccine be given?

The vaccination course of Rotarix is 2 doses, at 2 and 4 months of age: Give the 1st dose between 6 and 14 weeks of age — that is, before turning 15 weeks old. Give the 2nd dose by 24 weeks of age — that is, before turning 25 weeks old. Ensure that the interval between the 2 doses is at least 4 weeks.

Is rotavirus vaccine necessary?

Because virtually every young child gets rotavirus, and about 1 of every 65 are hospitalized as a result, the benefit of getting the rotavirus vaccine clearly outweighs the risk. Therefore, rotavirus has been added back to the U.S. infant immunization schedule and is recommended for all infants.

Can you kiss your baby after rotavirus vaccine?

Can someone kiss an infant on the mouth after they have received Rotarix? No studies have investigated transmission of vaccine virus from kissing a baby on the mouth after immunisation. However, it is theoretically possible for a person to be exposed to weakened vaccine virus in this way.

Can I bathe baby after vaccination?

Babies and infants They can be given a bath as normal. If the injection site is red and warm to touch, you can put a cool wet cloth (not an ice pack) on their leg or arm. If your baby feels hot, do not wrap them in too many blankets or clothes.

Do babies get sleepy after vaccinations?

Timing of Vaccinations Overall, the study showed infants slept for an average of 69 minutes longer in the 24 hours following immunization than in the 24-hour period before immunization. Researchers found that on average all the infants slept longer after immunization.