Question 1

What is Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral, monovalent) used for?

Accepted Answer

Prevention of severe diarrhea (running stomach) and vomiting caused by rotavirus infection in infants

Question 2

How do you take Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral, monovalent)?

Accepted Answer

This vaccine is not for adults. It is given to babies by mouth (orally) as drops. A healthcare worker will administer it — the first dose is given from 6 weeks of age, and the second dose is given at least 4 weeks after the first dose. Both doses should ideally be completed before 24 weeks (about 6 months) of age.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral, monovalent)?

Accepted Answer

Irritability or fussiness in the baby, mild diarrhea or loose stools, mild fever, loss of appetite, vomiting

Question 4

Who should not take Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral, monovalent)?

Accepted Answer

Babies who have had a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose of rotavirus vaccine, babies with a history of intussusception (bowel blockage), babies with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID — a serious inherited immune problem), and babies older than 24 weeks who have not yet started the vaccine course. Babies with moderate to severe diarrhea or vomiting should wait until they recover before receiving the vaccine.

Question 5

Is Rotavirus vaccine (live, oral, monovalent) safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

This vaccine is only for infants and is not given to pregnant or breastfeeding women, but breastfeeding mothers can safely continue breastfeeding their babies before and after the baby receives the vaccine.

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