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Rotarix vaccine administered thrice
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My baby was given rotarix vaccine at her 6 weeks and 10 weeks schedule.again yesterday doctor gave her rotarix vaccine 3 rd dose.in the chart it says rota virus vaccine 3 rd dose can be skipped based on brand.asked my paed and he told we can give this vaccine thrice.
Is it okay to give 3 rd dose of rotarix vaccine ?will it cause any issue to her if administered thrice to the baby? Please help .thanks in advance.
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Rotarix is 2 dose schedule
No need to give third dose
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Greetings, No it will not cause any issue.
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
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Hello , Rotarix usually given as 2 doses Schedule .
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No side effects with 3 rd dose. Don’t worry
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