Vaccines and the diseases they prevent
A clear, parent-friendly reference for childhood vaccines, the diseases they protect against, and how India's vaccination schedules fit together. Search below or browse by type.
Vaccines
All 15 vaccines →BCG
Protects newborns against severe forms of tuberculosis.
Oral Polio Vaccine
Oral drops that protect against polio.
Inactivated Polio Vaccine
An injectable vaccine that protects against polio.
DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis)
Protects against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough.
DTwP (whole-cell pertussis)
Protects against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough using whole-cell pertussis.
Pentavalent (DTP + HepB + Hib)
A single shot protecting against five infections, including hepatitis B and Hib.
Diseases they prevent
All 15 diseases →Tuberculosis
A bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs and can be severe in babies.
Polio
A viral infection that can cause permanent paralysis in young children.
Diphtheria
A bacterial infection that can block breathing and damage the heart.
Tetanus
A serious infection caused by bacteria entering through wounds.
Whooping cough
A highly contagious cough that is especially dangerous for young babies.
Measles
A highly contagious viral infection causing fever, rash and serious complications.
Vaccination schedules
All 2 schedules →UIP, Universal Immunization Programme (India)
India's free government vaccination schedule, from birth to two years.
IAP, Indian Academy of Pediatrics
India's pediatric-practice schedule, often used in private clinics.
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