Vaccine Information

Parents must have the information about the vaccines which are scheduled for their kids. The two vaccines available for Hepatitis B are Recombivax HB and EngerisB. It should be given to infants (under 12 months) in the thigh muscle. It is a three dose vaccine. First one is given at the time of birth.

There are two types of influenza vaccine. It is given as an injection in the deltoid muscle when it is inactivated vaccine and it is sprayed into the nose when live attenuated vaccine is used. Every body should get this vaccine. Children under 9 years should get 2 doses separated by at least 4 weeks. It should be given once a year as immunity declines in a year.

Measles vaccine is a live, attenuated and it is given in the fatty layer of tissue under the skin. First dose should be given to children after age of 12 months. One more after some time but before 12 months should be given. It is recommended for all children and certain adolescents and adults.

Mumps vaccine is made from live weakened virus. It is given as an injection in the fatty layer of tissue under the skin. At least one dose is recommended for all children after 12 months of age.

The diphtheria vaccine is made by growing the bacteria in a liquid medium. It is given as a shot in the muscle. Usually 4 doses are given to children at 2, 4, 6 and 15 months of age. Individual should receive a booster dose of Tetanus and diphtheria every ten years because immunity to diphtheria wanes with time.

Polio vaccine is given as injection in the arm or leg. It may be given as oral dose where polio is common. All infants should get this vaccine in three specified doses and a boosted dose at 4-6 years.

These are important vaccines which every parent must get for their children. There are many more than this and they can decide it with consultation of doctor.

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