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Hep A 2nd dose is required or not

2022-11-08 18:43:34
My son is 18 month old.First HEP A(biovac a) dose has been given at 12 month...in vaccination card HEP A 2nd DOSE is mentioned...is it required or not? Some dr told it's not required. Pls help
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Answered2022-11-09 07:09:39

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There are 2 types of hepatitis A vaccine available. Biocac A as such is recommended as single dose, but you may have second dose for better immunity. Other vaccines like Havrix are to be administered as 2 doses 6 months apart

Answered2022-11-09 03:40:43

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It is required as it makes the 1st dose even more effective

Answered2022-11-08 19:05:27

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