Rotavac Vaccine 0.5Ml

• Do not give Rotavac oral vaccine to your baby if they:
• Hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine. If symptoms suggestive of hypersensitivity develop after a dose, do not give further doses until the doctor has assessed the reaction.
• Babies with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease (SCID).
• History of intussusception (IS)/intestinal malformations predisposing to intussusception.

• Irritability or unsettled behaviour
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting or spitting up
• fever

• Skin rash or dermatitis
• Runny or blocked nose, or a cough
• Constipation
• Middle ear inflammation

• INTUSSUSCEPTION, a rare but serious blockage of the bowel. Warning signs include bouts of severe crying with the legs drawn up towards the tummy, repeated vomiting, blood or a dark jelly-like substance in the stool, a swollen tummy or a lump that can be felt in it, and the baby becoming pale, drowsy, or unusually floppy. Take your baby to hospital straight away if you see these signs.
• Severe allergic reaction, with swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing, a widespread rash or collapse
• Signs of dehydration - very few wet nappies, a dry mouth, no tears when crying, drowsiness, or a sunken soft spot on the head

Other General Warnings

• You or your baby has a history of intussusception (a serious intestinal condition).
• You or your baby has an uncorrected congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract that would predispose to intussusception.
• You or your baby has Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) disorder.
• You or your baby is suffering from an acute severe febrile illness (fever).
• You or your baby is suffering from diarrhoea or vomiting.
• Your baby has a known or suspected immune deficiency or has been exposed to immunosuppressive treatment before birth.
• Someone in your household has a weakened immune system, such as due to cancer treatment or immunosuppressive medicines. The doctor will assess the situation before vaccination.
• Your baby is taking any medicine that suppresses the immune system, or you received immunosuppressive treatment during pregnancy.
• Your baby has a known severe allergy to any component of the vaccine. Rotavac contains trace amounts of neomycin and kanamycin, so tell the doctor about any previous severe reactions to these antibiotics.

• A doctor or nurse gives Rotavac. FOR ORAL USE ONLY - IT MUST NEVER BE INJECTED.
• It is given as drops into the baby's mouth, towards the inside of the cheek, with the baby seated and leaning slightly back. The healthcare professional prepares and gives it; parents do not administer it themselves.
• It is given as a 3-dose course, starting at 6 weeks of age and spaced 4 weeks apart. Complete the course by 8 months (34 weeks) of age. Follow the schedule your doctor or paediatrician sets, and attend every appointment; an incomplete course provides less protection.
• You can give it at the same visit as other routine baby vaccines.
• If your baby spits out or brings up most of the dose, tell the person giving it; A single replacement dose may be given at the same visit at the healthcare professional's discretion.
• There are no restrictions on feeding before or after vaccination. Your baby can be fed as normal.
• Tell the doctor before vaccination about any previous reaction, any problem with your baby's immune system, any bowel condition, any current diarrhoea or vomiting, and any significant acute illness.
• Keep the vaccination record you are given and bring it to each appointment.

• Store the Rotavac oral vaccine in a refrigerator (2 degrees C-8 degrees C).
• Do not freeze the vaccine.
• Keep it in its original package to protect it from light.
• Use the vaccine immediately after opening.
• Dispose of any unused vaccine or waste materials in accordance with local regulations for biological waste.
• Follow the product-specific instructions for use after opening. Single-dose and multi-dose presentations may have different requirements.
• Do not use the vaccine after its expiry date, or if the packaging is damaged or the contents look unusual.

• Rotavac oral vaccine is for oral use only. It must never be injected.
• Store the vaccine correctly (refrigerated, not frozen, and protected from light).
• The healthcare professional should check the vaccine and its packaging before administration and follow the product-specific instructions if the appearance is unusual.
• Keep to the schedule. The course has an upper age limit, so a long delay can mean your baby misses out entirely.
• Learn the warning signs of intussusception before you leave the clinic: bouts of severe crying with the legs drawn up, repeated vomiting, blood in the stool, a swollen tummy, unusual floppiness. Go to hospital straight away if you observe these symptoms.
• Feed your baby as normal. No fasting is needed before or after the dose.
• If your baby develops diarrhoea or vomiting, watch for signs of dehydration, such as very few wet nappies, a dry mouth, no tears when crying, or unusual drowsiness. Seek medical advice if these occur.
• Wash your hands carefully after nappy changes following vaccination, particularly if anyone at home has a weakened immune system.
• Tell the clinic if your baby was born very prematurely, or has any bowel or immune condition, before the dose is given.
• The vaccine protects against rotavirus, not against all causes of diarrhoea. Safe water, hand washing and prompt oral rehydration still matter.
• Keep the vaccination card and bring it to every visit.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Tell the doctor if your baby has a weakened immune system or is receiving immune-suppressing treatment. Rotavac is a live vaccine, and vaccination in these circumstances needs an individual medical assessment.
• The vaccine virus is passed in the baby's stool for a period after vaccination. Wash hands carefully after nappy changes. Take particular care if someone in the household has a weakened immune system, and tell the doctor if this applies.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines and treatments your baby receives. Do not delay vaccination or change the schedule without medical advice.

Interactions with food items