Vaccines are most effective when they are administered to children at
the right age and
with the recommended dosage as children are susceptible to certain
diseases at certain ages.
9-12 MONTHS
Measles is often a severe disease, frequently complicated by middle-ear infection or bronchopneumonia. Rubella causes a mild exanthematous illness, along with few constitutional symptoms, and occurs most commonly in childhood.
9-12 MONTHS
Japanese Encephalitis is the main cause of viral encephalitis in Asia. Most infections are mild or without apparent symptoms other than fever and a headache. However, sometimes it can result in severe clinical illness.
9-12 MONTHS
The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) protects against pneumococcal infections. The bacteria that cause these infections spread through person-to-person contact.
16-24 MONTHS
Measles is often a severe disease, frequently complicated by middle-ear infection or bronchopneumonia. Rubella causes a mild exanthematous illness, along with few constitutional symptoms, and occurs most commonly in childhood.
16-24 MONTHS
Japanese Encephalitis is the main cause of viral encephalitis in Asia. Most infections are mild or without apparent symptoms other than fever and a headache. However, sometimes it can result in severe clinical illness.
16-24 MONTHS
Diphtheria and pertussis spread from person to person. Tetanus enters the body through cuts or wounds and can lead to serious health problems, including being unable to open the mouth, having trouble swallowing etc.
16-24 MONTHS
This vaccine protects against the poliovirus which is a highly infectious disease that invades the nervous system and can lead to total paralysis. The virus primarily affects children 5 years and below.
Vaccine | Timing | Route | Site | Track |
---|---|---|---|---|
MR-1 | 9-12 Months | Sub-Cutaneous | Right Upper Arm | |
JE-1 | 9-12 Months | Sub-Cutaneous | Left Upper Arm | |
PCV-Booster | 9-12 Months | Intra-muscular | As Adviced | |
Vaccine | Timing | Route | Site | Track |
MR-2 | 16-24 Months | Sub-Cutaneous | Right Upper Arm | |
JE-2 | 16-24 Months | Sub-Cutaneous | Left Upper Arm | |
DPT-Booster | 16-24 Months | Intra-muscular | As Adviced | |
OPV-Booster | 16-24 Months | Oral | Oral |
Yes, modern vaccines are formulated to meet safety standards for different age brackets, ensuring safety and efficacy.
The frequency of vaccination depends on the particular vaccintation, makse sure to follow medical guidelines given by your doctor.
Common side effects may include mild discomfort, redness, or low-grade fever, usually subsiding within a few days.