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I had my first vaccine for hepa b last feby 28, 2015 had my second march 31. my doctor says i should comeback for my 3rd on aug 31, 2015. is it right?

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hep B vaccine: Yes, the third Hep B shot should be given 6 months after the second one.

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Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

I had my first vaccine for hepa b last feby 28, 2015 had my second march 31. my doctor says i should comeback for my 3rd on aug 31, 2015. is it right?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Dr Altman and 5 doctors agreed

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