About human rotavirus rix
Live attenuated rotavirus vaccine
Used for
- Prevents rotavirus gastroenteritis in infants.
Usual adult dose
Not used in adults.
Usual dose in children
Two oral doses: first from 6 weeks of age; second at least 4 weeks later, completed by 24 weeks.
Common side effects
- Irritability
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Fever
Important warnings
- Do not give after a previous severe allergic reaction to this vaccine or its ingredients.
- Avoid in infants with severe combined immunodeficiency or previous intussusception.
- Defer during significant acute illness or severe diarrhea or vomiting.
- Seek urgent care for severe, persistent abdominal pain, bloody stools, repeated vomiting, or a swollen abdomen.
Pregnancy
Not indicated for pregnancy; it is given to infants.
Breastfeeding
Not applicable to the vaccinated infant; breastfeeding is not a reason to delay vaccination.
Interactions
- Immunosuppressive treatments may reduce vaccine response.
- May be given with routine childhood vaccines; follow the local immunization schedule.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.