Rotavirus vaccine (Rotavirus vaccine)
Overview of Rotavirus vaccine
The rotavirus vaccine virus is excreted in the stool and may be transmitted to close contacts; the vaccine should be used with caution in those with immunosuppressed close contacts. Carers of a recently vaccinated baby should be advised of the need to wash their hands after changing the baby�s nappies. Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral) is licensed for immunisation of infants over 6 weeks of age for protection against gastro-enteritis caused by rotavirus infection.
Indication of Rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine is primarily indicated in conditions like Gastro-intestinal infections.
Contraindication of Rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine is contraindicated in conditions like Immune system weakness,Intussusception.
Side Effects of Rotavirus vaccine
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Rotavirus vaccine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Irritability, Vomiting, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Fever, Abdominal pain, Rashes, Muscle cramps.
Precautions of Rotavirus vaccine
The administration of rotavirus vaccine should be postponed in children with diarrhoea or vomiting. The vaccine should be used with caution in those with immunosuppressed close contacts. Carers of a recently vaccinated baby should be advised of the need to wash their hands after changing the baby�s nappies.