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A member asked:

Hi i was wondering if i took the vaccine gardasil for hpv in 2008 how long does it take to wear off and do i need to get another shot again?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Gardasil: If you received 3 shots og gardasil over a six month period you adequately protected. If you did not have three shots you will have to start again assuming you are under 26 years of age

Dr Wang agreed

Answered 10/31/2014

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