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A member asked:
A toddler who is 11 mmonths old, got an influenza vaccine that is reccomended for 36 months and older , is that dangerous for the 11mo. old?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Probably not: The multidose preparation of the flu vaccine does contain a small amount of thimerisol which contains a small amount of mercury. In this dr's opinion receiving that is better than receiving none.
Answered 1/14/2013
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No: The only difference between the vaccine for under 36 months and older children is the dose (0.25ml vs 0.5ml) and under 36 mo vaccine has no preservative, it is not uncommon to use them interchangeably, with the appropriate dose age adjustment. I wouldn't worry. You did the right thing in getting your baby vaccinated. Influenza in infants can be very serious.
Answered 1/25/2013
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