What is Rotavirus vaccine, live?
Rotavirus oral vaccination is used to prevent this disease among children. This vaccine is administered by exposing the child to a small amount of the virus. The body then develops immunity against the disease. This vaccine does not treat an infection that has already been developed. The RotaTeq oral rotavirus vaccine is intended for children aged between 6 weeks and 32 weeks. The Rotarix rotavirus vaccine oral is intended for children aged between 6 weeks and 24 weeks. The rotavirus oral vaccination may not protect everyone from illness.
Side effects of Rotavirus vaccine, live
If you experience any of these symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention. If your child had an allergic reaction that was life-threatening after the initial shot, then a booster should not be given. Keep track of all side effects that your child experiences after receiving the vaccine. You will need to inform the doctor of any side effects that occur after the first shot. Rotavirus oral vaccination can cause intussusception. This is a blockage within the intestines. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice that your child is suffering from severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, or nausea. Infecting your child with rotavirus poses a greater risk to their health than this vaccine. This vaccine, like all medicines, can have side effects, but the risks of serious side effects are extremely low.
Call the doctor immediately if your child is suffering from:
- A seizure;
- Ear pain, drainage of the ear
- Chest pain, feeling short of breath;
- Pain or burning when urinating;
- High fever, redness or swelling of the hands or skin, rash, or peeling skin
Side effects of the rotavirus live vaccine may include:
- Ear infection
- Loss of appetite, diarrhea, and vomiting
- Fever;
- cough
- a sore throat.
There may be other side effects. Contact your physician immediately if experiencing side effects from vaccines; report these side effects by calling (800) 822-7967 to notify USDHHS.
Warnings
This vaccine should not be given to your child if they have severe combined immune deficiency (SCID). The vaccine should not be given to a child who has a history of intussusception, an intestinal disorder.
Before you take this drug
If your child has had an intussusception or blockage of the intestines (or a severe case of combined immunodeficiency), they should not be given this vaccine. This vaccine may have to be delayed or even not given if your child suffers from any of the other conditions listed.
- HIV or AIDS
- A current stomach or diarrheal illness;
- A congenital stomach disorder or recent stomach surgery;
- Cancer, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood diseases.
- If the child recently received drugs that weaken the immune system (such as steroids, medicines for psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis, or medicines to prevent transplant rejection, chemotherapy, or radiation),
- If the child recently received a transfusion,
- If a child has an allergy to latex, and needs medication.
You can still give your child a vaccination if they have a minor cold. Wait until your child is better if they have a severe illness, such as a fever or infection. Tell the doctor if anyone living with or caring for the child has cancer or a weak immune system or is receiving radiation, chemotherapy, or steroids.
How to take Rotavirus vaccine, live?
This vaccine will be administered to your child in a hospital, clinic, or doctor's practice. The rotavirus vaccine is administered orally as a liquid (by mouth). RotaTeq, a brand name for the oral rotavirus vaccine, is administered in three doses. The first dose of the rotavirus oral vaccine is given to children between 6 and 12 weeks. The booster doses will be given in 4- to 10-week intervals until the child is 32 weeks old. Rotarix, a brand of oral rotavirus vaccine, is administered in two doses. First doses are usually given to children aged 6 weeks. The second dose should be given no later than 4 weeks following the first dose, but not before the child has reached 24 weeks. The booster schedule for your child may differ from the guidelines. You should follow the instructions of your doctor or the schedule prescribed by the local health department.
Details on dosage
The usual pediatric dose for gastroenteritis:
Rotarix (R), 1 mL orally for 2 doses at least 4 weeks apart.
RotaTeq (R): Orally, 2 mL (1 dose tube), for 3 doses administered 4–10 weeks apart.
Comments:
-Start administering at 6 weeks; complete the 2-dose series/Rotarix (R) by 24 weeks; and the 3-dose series/RotaTeq (R) by 32 weeks.
Rotarix (R): A single replacement dose can be given at the same appointment if the infant regurgitates or spits the majority of the dose.
RotaTeq (R): Do not replace the dose when the infant regurgitates or spits it out. Continue the remainder of the dose as prescribed.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If your child is behind in receiving a booster or has missed a dose, contact the doctor. Ensure your child gets all the recommended doses.
What happens if I overdose?
It is very unlikely that this vaccine will cause an overdose.
What should be avoided?
The child should not come into contact with people who have a weak immune response for up to 15 days after receiving the rotavirus vaccination. The virus can be transmitted from the child to another person. Do not receive the vaccine from different doctors or clinics. All doses of the rotavirus oral vaccination should be administered by the same brand. The dosing and booster schedules of different brands may differ.
Interaction with other drug
Tell the doctor all of your child's previous vaccinations before receiving this vaccine.
Tell your doctor if your child has recently received any drugs or treatments that can weaken their immune system.
- Steroid medicine;
- Cancer treatments
- Medicine to prevent or treat malaria
- If you have psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other autoimmune diseases, then these medications may be for you.
- Medicines to prevent or treat organ rejection
You may have to wait for your child to finish the treatment before he or she can receive the vaccine if he or she is taking any of these medicines. This list is incomplete. This vaccine may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines and vitamin and herb products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
