Which one of the following vaccines is an exception to the principle "At least 4 weeks interval is needed between two doses of the same vaccine to ensure adequate immune response"?
Rabies vaccine
The anti-rabies vaccine schedule (e.g., Essen regimen: days 0, 3, 7, 14, 28) does not follow the standard minimum 4-week interval rule applicable to most other multi-dose vaccines, since post-exposure prophylaxis requires a rapidly escalating immune response.
Similar Questions
A 4-year-old unimmunized HIV-positive child on antiretroviral therapy for the last 2 years and weighing 15 kg is brought for vaccination. His records reveal a recent CD4 count of 750/mm3, with no evidence of any opportunistic infections in the past. Which of the following statements are applicable to this child?
1. Recombinant Hepatitis B vaccine can be safely administered.
2. MMR vaccine is always contraindicated.
3. BCG may be administered if chest radiograph is normal.
4. IPV is preferred over OPV.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
As per the National Immunization Schedule, PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) is offered at:
Administration of immunoglobulins interferes with the response to live vaccines, except:
Important Questions from Child Immunization
Which one of the following is the correct dose and route of administration of hepatitis B vaccine in children?
- Which one of the following statements is correct for approved acellular pertussis vaccine?
As per WHO recommendations which one of the following mumps vaccine strains should NOT be used in National Immunization Programme?
Which of the following is a contraindication for BCG vaccination in a newborn?
- Open vial policy applies to which one of the following vaccines?
