Why is BCG administered at birth?
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Why is BCG administered at birth?
Background. In most tuberculosis (TB) endemic countries, bacillus Calmette Guérin (BCG) is usually given around birth to prevent severe TB in infants. The neonatal immune system is immature.
Can BCG be given at 9 months?
BCG vaccine is not recommended after 12 months of age because the protection provided is variable and less certain. The recommended method of prevention for children who are younger than 12 months old is to immunize them as soon after birth as possible with BCG vaccine.
What vaccine is given at 9 months?
Baby Immunization Schedule Table (based on IAPCOI recommendations)
| Birth | BCG, Hep B1, OPV |
|---|---|
| 9 Months | MMR 1 (Mumps, measles, Rubella) |
| 12 Months | Hepatitis A- 1 |
| 12 – 15 Months | PCV Booster |
| 15 Months | MMR 2, Varicella |
How is MMR administered?
The dosage for MMR vaccine is 0.5 mL by the subcutaneous route. If a second dose is indicated, the minimum interval between the first and second doses should be separated by at least 4 weeks (28 days). The preferred injection site for adults is the posterior triceps aspect of the upper arm.
Why is BCG given 0.1 ml?
BCG induced tuberculin sensitivity is a quantitative characteristic and has been used to compare vaccine efficacy. The standard dose of BCG vaccine is 0.1mg in 1 ml though manufacturers of certain strains of BCG, i.e., Copenhagen 1331 recommend half dose in infants.
What is the importance of BCG vaccine?
The BCG vaccine protects against tuberculosis, which is also known as TB. TB is a serious infection that affects the lungs and sometimes other parts of the body, such as the brain (meningitis), bones, joints and kidneys.
What vaccine is given at 15 months?
Birth to 15 Months
| Vaccine | 15 mos |
|---|---|
| Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) | ←1st dose→ |
| Varicella (VAR) | ←1st dose→ |
| Hepatitis A (HepA) | ←2-dose series, See notes→ |
| Tetanus, diphtheria, & acellular pertussis (Tdap: ≥7 yrs) |
Do babies get vaccines at 15 months?
You Can Expect Your Pediatrician to: Give your child another dose of the diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (DTaP) vaccine, Hib vaccine, or pneumococcal vaccine, and in the fall or winter, a flu shot. Depending on the schedule being followed, the measles and chickenpox vaccines may also be given at this time.