Flu vaccine clarity

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Flu vaccine clarity

Asked for Female, 33 Years

Hi Doctors, Please advise.. Kids who are below 5 years and are already vaccinated for PCV pneumococal,should they be agaun vaccinated for Flu vacvines now. Please suggest. Thanks in advance.

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Dr. S. T. Pushpam

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore

PCV gives protection against pneumonia not against seasonal flu.

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PCV and Flu are 2 different vaccines with completely different disease. Even if PCV vaccinated, you must give Flu vaccine.

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Dr. Moulika M Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Moulika M

Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Hyderabad

Hello You can give your child 10ml.. usually one dose is sufficient Common side effects are vomiting and stomach pain

Next Steps

Repeat dose after 2 weeks after consulting a pediatrician if required

Health Tips

To be given after meal