How often is Pentacel given?
Pentacel is approved for use as a four dose series in children 6 weeks through 4 years of age (prior to fifth birthday). Pentacel is to be administered as a 4 dose series at 2, 4, 6 and 15-18 months of age.
How is Pentacel vaccine administered?
Pentacel is administered as an intramuscular injection. Pentacel vaccine is approved for use as a 4-dose series in children 6 weeks through 4 years of age (prior to the fifth birthday).
How far apart can you give Pentacel?
Minimum interval between dose 1 and 2 is 4 weeks. Minimum age for dose 3 is 14 weeks. Minimum interval between dose 2 and 3 is 4 weeks.
How many shots do babies get at 2 months?
At 1 to 2 months, your baby should receive vaccines to protect them from the following diseases: Hepatitis B (HepB) (2nd dose) Diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (pertussis) (DTaP) (1st dose) Haemophilus influenzae type b disease (Hib) (1st dose)
At what age can Mmrv be given?
MMRV vaccine may be given to children 12 months through 12 years of age, usually: First dose at age 12 through 15 months. Second dose at age 4 through 6 years.
Why do you have to wait 28 days between live vaccines?
Live vaccines can be given on the same day. If they are not given on the same day, they should be separated by a minimum 4-week interval, because the immune response to one of the vaccines might be impaired.
Who catch up vaccination schedule?
Children Age 4 Months through 6 Years
| Vaccine | Minimum Age for Dose 1 | Minimum Interval Between Doses |
|---|---|---|
| Dose 1 to Dose 2 | ||
| Hepatitis B | Birth | 4 weeks |
| Rotavirus | 6 weeks Maximum age for first dose is 14 weeks, 6 days. | 4 weeks |
| Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis | 6 weeks | 4 weeks |