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Opv or Ipv

2018-11-14 16:37:56
We have taken opv for our baby during 6 weeks vaccination schedule.....Should we give ipv also??????Now he is 8 weeks old
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Yes IPV is safe and superior

Answered2018-11-14 16:59:00

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As per fresh recommendation by IAP. IPV should replace OPV where ever possible and readily available. In case of non availability of IPV, OPV can be considered.

Answered2018-11-15 01:15:52

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Yes you can ipv is much safer

Answered2018-11-14 16:45:58

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