Rotavirus vaccine
Common English name: Rotavirus vaccine
Brand: Rotarix Rotarix
Application: Prevention of rotavirus infection
Drug forms of rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine drug information
Dosage and method of rotavirus vaccine
Contraindications to rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine drug interactions
Special warnings and precautions when taking rotavirus vaccine
Side effects of rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine overdose (drug poisoning)
Rotavirus vaccine storage conditions
Drug forms of rotavirus vaccine
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Rotavirus vaccine drug information
The Rotarix vaccine is used to prevent rotavirus-induced gastroenteritis. Rotavirus infection can affect people of all ages, but is more common in infants and children. Fever, vomiting and diarrhea are symptoms of rotavirus infection. The infection usually lasts 3-8 days, but can lead to dehydration problems in children. Rotavirus infection can be easily spread through close contact with an infected person. The virus can spread to an infected child's hands after going to the toilet (hand contact with feces) or through the hands of someone who changes an infected child's diaper.
A vaccine immunization program has been in place in the UK since January 2013 to protect infants against rotavirus. These two doses of the vaccine are for infants before 6 months of age. The vaccine is given as an oral liquid at the same time as other childhood vaccinations.
After receiving this vaccine, your baby's natural defense system will produce antibodies against common types of rotavirus, which protect against rotavirus infection.
Dosage and method of rotavirus vaccine
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with the rotavirus vaccine. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive information about the drug and its possible side effects.
Your child will receive the rotavirus vaccine twice, at least four weeks apart. The first dose of the vaccine is given to the baby at two months and the next dose at three months.
The rotavirus vaccine will be given before childhood to any other vaccine. You will be asked to easily place your child in a fixed position and the vaccine will be injected into his mouth.
If your child throws the vaccine out of their mouth, they may put a second dose of the medicine in their mouth to replace what has come out of their mouth.
Contraindications to rotavirus vaccine
Note the expiration date of the rotavirus vaccine and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
Never give the rotavirus vaccine to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with the rotavirus vaccine, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Rotavirus vaccine drug interactions
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Some medications that may interact with the Rotarix vaccine include: oral corticosteroids or injections (such as dexamethasone), drugs that weaken the immune system (such as azathioprine, cyclosporine, cancer chemotherapy drugs), transmission. Recent Blood.
Special warnings and precautions when taking rotavirus vaccine
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to know the following before taking the rotavirus vaccine:
- If your child's immune system is weakened or treated with another medicine that can weaken the immune system.
- If you are taking a medicine that weakens your body system during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- If your child has recently developed fatigue or fever.
- If your child has recently had vomiting or diarrhea.
- If your child has a history of allergic reactions to a vaccine or other medicine.
- If your child has an intestinal obstruction.
Side effects of rotavirus vaccine
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Diarrhea
Mood swings, bloating, heartburn, skin inflammation
There is a possibility of allergy to any vaccine, if you notice any severe allergic symptoms in your baby after taking the rotavirus vaccine, tell your doctor.
Rotavirus vaccine overdose (drug poisoning)
Because this vaccine is prescribed and injected by your doctor and specialist, there is no possibility of drug poisoning.
Rotavirus vaccine storage conditions
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
Store the Rotarix vaccine in the refrigerator.