- Protects against
- Rotavirus
- How given
- Oral drops, given by mouth, no injection.
- Doses
- Two or three oral doses in the first few months, depending on the brand used.
- Reactions
- Usually mild
About this vaccine
The rotavirus vaccine is given as drops by mouth and protects babies against rotavirus, the most common cause of severe diarrhoea and dehydration in infancy. It is given in the early months as part of the routine schedule.
What it protects against
When it's given
Ages follow the schedules listed above. Your pediatrician may adjust timing for your child.
How it's given
Oral drops, given by mouth, no injection.
Side effects & safety
Some babies may be slightly irritable or have mild temporary loose stools after the dose. Serious effects are rare.
Most babies have little or no reaction. Any soreness or fever tends to be brief.
When to call your doctor: if fever exceeds 40°C, lasts more than 2 days, or your child seems unusually unwell.
Common questions
Sources
- Rotavirus vaccines: WHO position paper · WHO, 2013.
Information on this page is compiled from authoritative public health sources and written in TinyDose's own voice. It is intended for general understanding only. Always follow your pediatrician's guidance.
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