Rotavac
Rotavac Products are primarily used for
Prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirus
About Rotavac Products
Uses of Rotavac Products
Rotavirus vaccine (live attenuated,oral) is used for prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirus.
Rotavac Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Rotavac is Upper respiratory tract infection.
Severe
Side Effects of Rotavac are Vomiting, Fever, Otitis media (infection of ear), Bronchospasm, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Rectal bleeding, Diarrhea, Inflammation of the bronchioles, Gastrointestinal disorder, Intussusception, Pneumonia, Urinary tract infection, Hypersensitivity reaction, Kawasaki disease.
How Rotavac Products work
Rotavirus vaccine (live attenuated,oral) contains small amounts of rotavirus (a virus that causes diarrhoea). It works by provoking the the immune system to produce antibodies (proteins), without actually causing a disease. In the event of infection, these antibodies protect against protect against diarrhoea caused by rotavirus.
Patient Concerns about Rotavac Products
Frequently asked questions about Rotavac Products
Frequently asked questions about Rotavirus vaccine (live attenuated,oral)
Q. What is Rotavac Oral Vaccine?
Rotavac Oral Vaccine is a live attenuated (weakened), liquid frozen vaccine containing live rotavirus strain that is used for the prevention of rotavirus infection. Rotavirus infection is a highly contagious infection that spreads at a very fast pace from child to child, and is caused by a virus, mostly affecting infants and young children. Giving Rotavac Oral Vaccine is the best way to prevent Rotavirus infection.
Q. How is Rotavac Oral Vaccine given?
Rotavac Oral Vaccine is given orally (by mouth) as oral drops. It should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Rotavac Oral Vaccine.
Q. What should I inform my doctor before getting my child vaccinated with Rotavac Oral Vaccine?
You should inform your doctor doctor before administering Rotavac Oral Vaccine if the child had any severe allergic reaction to Rotavac Oral Vaccine in the past, is severely allergic to any of the ingredients in the vaccine, if the child has any immunodeficiency disorder or intussusception (a serious condition involving obstruction of the intestine, occurring mostly in children).
Q. What are the possible side effects of Rotavac Oral Vaccine?
Most of the children who get Rotavac Oral Vaccine don’t have any side effects. However, some children may experience mild side effects like fussiness, diarrhea and vomiting. These side effects usually resolve on their own after sometime. If they do not get better, consult your doctor.
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