What route is the Hib vaccine given?

Administer all Hib-containing vaccines by the intramuscular route. The preferred injection site in infants and young children is the vastus lateralis muscle of the thigh. The preferred injection site in older children and adults is the deltoid muscle in the upper arm.

What is Hib titer vaccine?

This vaccine helps protect young children from Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection. Hib is a bacterial infection that can cause serious illness, including brain infection (meningitis).

Is the Hib vaccine mandatory?

CDC recommends Hib vaccination for all children younger than 5 years old. Older children and adults usually do not need a Hib vaccine, unless they have certain medical conditions. Talk to your or your child’s doctor if you have questions about Hib vaccines.

When is Hib vaccine administered?

You can administer the first dose as early as age 6 weeks. CDC recommends a booster dose of any licensed conjugate Hib vaccine at age 12 through 15 months. Administer the booster dose at least 8 weeks after the most recent Hib vaccination.

When is Hib vaccine given?

Infants will usually get their first dose of Hib vaccine at 2 months of age and will usually complete the series at 12–15 months of age. Children between 12 months and 5 years of age who have not previously been completely vaccinated against Hib may need 1 or more doses of Hib vaccine.

What age is Hib administered?

When should Hib vaccine be given?

How many Hib vaccines do you need?

CDC recommends Hib vaccination for all children younger than 5 years old. Children need multiple (3 or 4) shots of a Hib vaccine. CDC recommends shots at the following ages: 2 months.

What is the cut off age for Hib vaccine?

Because Hib disease is very rare in older children and because most adults have antibodies for Hib in their system, the vaccine is not recommended for anyone ages 5 or older, unless they are at increased risk for Hib infection.