Pneumococcal dose information

2022-09-29 13:31:40
If pneumococcal first dose is given in private hospital previously can it be given now in private due to shortage in government hospital? will the change in vaccine brand affect the baby? the baby is 4 month old now
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Don't worry. U can give it in private if not available in government hospital

Answered2022-09-29 16:07:40

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Brand of vaccine does matter. There are 3 brands and each have used different antigen and preservatives, so ideally cannot be changed interchangeably. Govt schedule is of Pneumosil 6 wk, 10 wk and 9 month. Private schedule can be of any one brand, Pneumosil, Synflorix or Prevenar 13 6wk, 10wk, 14wk and 1.5 year. Best will be Prevenar 13. If question of non availability then can wait when available but do take the remaining vaccine on time.

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