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What is the the vaccination for rotavirus called?

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Rotateq or Rotarix: There are two rotavirus vaccines in the U.S.. Both are live-virus oral vaccines. Rotateq is given in 3 doses, and Rotarix is 2 doses. A baby can start with one vaccine, and should finish the series with the same vaccine, but he doesn't have to. It is ok for him to finish with the series with the other vaccine.

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Rotarix: Rrotarix or rotatec which could be given at age 2-4 and in rotatrix 6 month.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Rotavirus: Per the CDC, 2 rotavirus vaccines are licensed for infants in US. RotaTeq® (RV5) is given in 3 doses at 2 , 4 , & 6 months. Rotarix® (RV1) is given in 2 doses at 2 & 4 months. The 1st dose of either vaccine should be given before 15 weeks of age. Children should receive all doses before 8 months old. REF: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/rotavirus/index.html

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