At what age Penta vaccine is given?
The first dose is given as pentavalent vaccine only after a child is 6 weeks old. The second and third doses are given at 10 and 14 weeks of age respectively also in the form of pentavalent vaccines. There is no booster dose recommended under UIP.
What are the vaccines in Penta?
Pentavalent vaccine is a combination of five vaccines-in-one that prevents diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis b and haemophilus influenza type b, all through a single dose.
What vaccines are given to babies in the Philippines?
Routine Immunization Schedule for Infants
| Vaccine | Minimum Age at 1st Dose | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus Calmette-Guérin | Birth or anytime after birth | 0.05 mL |
| Diphtheria-Pertussis-Tetanus Vaccine | 6 weeks old | 0.5 mL |
| Oral Polio Vaccine | 6 weeks old | 2-3 drops |
| Hepatitis B Vaccine | At birth | 0.5 mL |
How much is the vaccine in the PH?
How much is the cost or what is the price range for each available vaccine? The Government estimates that it will spend an average composite cost of around PHP 1,300.00 per person for the vaccination program. This includes vaccine cost (assuming a two-dose requirement) and ancillaries.
When should you not give pentavalent vaccine?
Severe allergic reactions: a child who has had a severe reaction to pentavalent vaccine earlier should not be given another dose. 2. Children with moderate or severe acute illness. However, minor illnesses such as upper respiratory infections (URI) are NOT a contraindication to vaccination.
What if IPV is not given?
One dose of IPV is optimized to be given to children 3 ½ months old to ensure maximum protection against polio. If the schedule is missed, IPV should be given as soon as possible, before the child turns one year old.
How many vaccines are in pentavalent?
DIPHTHERIA, TETANUS, PERTUSSIS, HEPATITIS B, Hib VACCINE.
What does pentavalent vaccine prevent?
Pentavalent vaccine protects against five major diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTP-hepB-Hib).
What type of vaccine is pentavalent vaccine?
Pentavalent vaccine frequently refers to the 5-in-1 vaccine protecting against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenzae type B, which is generally used in middle- and low-income countries, where polio vaccine is given separately.
What is BCG vaccination for newborn?
The BCG vaccine is a vaccine generally used to prevent tuberculosis. In countries where tuberculosis or leprosy is common, one dose of the BCG vaccine is recommended to new born babies as soon as they are born. BCG vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine designed to help people become immune from TB.
What should you not do before a vaccine?
Considerations for Taking Medication before Getting Vaccinated. It is not recommended you take over-the-counter medicine (such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen) before vaccination for the purpose of trying to prevent vaccine-related side effects.