A member asked:

I have took 2 jabs of hep b vaccination..but i miss the 3rd jab due to some reason.. and now ady passed 2months. i should retake all 3 jabs or how?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

No need: Delay of the 3rd dose does not require starting over. It just delays the boosting of the first 2. A single booster dose should complete your series.

Answered 2/21/2013

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Need 1 more shot: The immune system has a great memory and you do not need to retake 1st and 2nd dose of the series.

Answered 2/21/2013

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Yes you should: It is still alright to get the third jab Go get it for your protection

Answered 4/2/2015

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