What is the max age for rotavirus?
The maximum age recommended for the last dose of RotaTeq is 32 weeks; it is 24 weeks and 6 days for Rotarix. In the United States, where RotaTeq has been generally administered at ages corresponding to those studied in the pivotal trials, post-licensure safety data do not suggest an increased risk of intussusception.
How long is a child contagious with rotavirus?
Symptoms of rotavirus usually last from three to eight days. Most children are contagious for around 12 days total. That’s because infection starts a few days before symptoms do.
Does rotavirus have long term effects?
Like all vaccines, the rotavirus vaccine can cause side effects, but they’re usually mild and do not last long.
What are the complications of rotavirus?
Rotavirus Complications
- Severe diarrhea.
- Dehydration.
- Electrolyte imbalance.
- Metabolic acidosis.
- Children who are immunocompromised may have more severe or persistent disease.
Can older kids get rotavirus vaccine?
According to the package inserts the maximum age for a dose of RotaTeq is 32 weeks and the maximum age for Rotarix is 24 weeks. According to ACIP recommendations the maximum age for a dose of rotavirus vaccine is 8 months 0 days. Eight months 0 days is older than age 24 weeks and may be older than age 32 weeks.
Why can’t older children get rotavirus vaccine?
Why can older babies not have the rotavirus vaccine? The oral vaccine is only licensed for infants up to 24 weeks of age. Older children have very often already had a rotavirus infection, so there is no point in vaccinating them.
How do I know if my child has rotavirus?
A rotavirus infection usually starts within two days of exposure to the virus. Early symptoms are a fever and vomiting, followed by three to seven days of watery diarrhea. The infection can cause abdominal pain as well.
What can I give my child for rotavirus?
How is rotavirus treated in a child?
- Giving your child plenty of water, formula, breastmilk, or fluids with electrolytes (sugars and salts). Don’t give young children soda, juice, or sports drinks.
- Feeding your child solid foods if he or she can eat. Don’t restrict food if your child is able to eat.
What happens if baby missed rotavirus vaccine?
If they miss one of the vaccinations, the first one can be given a month later, at 12 weeks, and the second dose a month later, at 16 weeks. The rotavirus vaccination is only suitable for young babies. The first dose cannot be given any later than 15 weeks and the second dose no later than 24 weeks.
Should children get the rotavirus vaccine?
Rotavirus spreads easily among infants and young children. The virus can cause severe watery diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and abdominal pain. Children who get rotavirus disease can become dehydrated and may need to be hospitalized. CDC recommends that infants get rotavirus vaccine to protect against rotavirus disease.
Can I get sick from my child’s rotavirus vaccine?
Irritability or mild, temporary diarrhea or vomiting can happen after rotavirus vaccine. There is also a small risk of intussusception from rotavirus vaccination, usually within a week after the first or second vaccine dose.
What happens if baby vaccine is delayed?
Missed vaccination puts the child at risk of contracting the disease the vaccine was meant to protect against. Young children can be exposed to vaccine preventable diseases from almost anyone, ranging from parents, siblings and visitors, to people at the grocery store and play area.
How long can baby vaccination be delayed?
We can delay vaccination by 1 to 2 weeks without any problem.