About immunization schedule for children
The immunization schedule for children can vary slightly depending on factors like country-specific guidelines, individual health conditions, and updated vaccine recommendations. However, here’s a general guideline for immunizations in a human context:
- At Birth:
- Hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) – First dose
- 2 Months:
- DTaP vaccine (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
- Hib vaccine (Haemophilus influenzae type b)
- IPV vaccine (Inactivated Poliovirus)
- PCV13 vaccine (Pneumococcal conjugate)
- RV vaccine (Rotavirus)
- 4 Months:
- DTaP vaccine (Second dose)
- Hib vaccine (Second dose)
- IPV vaccine (Second dose)
- PCV13 vaccine (Second dose)
- RV vaccine (Second dose)
- 6 Months:
- DTaP vaccine (Third dose)
- Hib vaccine (Third dose)
- PCV13 vaccine (Third dose)
- RV vaccine (Third dose)
- 6-18 Months:
- Hepatitis B vaccine (Second and third doses, if not administered earlier)
- IPV vaccine (Third dose)
- 12-15 Months:
- Hib vaccine (Final dose)
- PCV13 vaccine (Fourth dose)
- MMR vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- Varicella vaccine (Chickenpox)
- 15-18 Months:
- DTaP vaccine (Fourth dose)
- 4-6 Years:
- DTaP vaccine (Fifth dose)
- IPV vaccine (Fourth dose)
- MMR vaccine (Second dose)
- Varicella vaccine (Second dose)
- 11-12 Years:
- HPV vaccine (Human Papillomavirus) – Two doses, given 6-12 months apart (recommended for both boys and girls)
- Tdap vaccine (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis booster)
- MCV4 vaccine (Meningococcal conjugate)
- 16 Years:
- MCV4 vaccine (Booster dose)
It’s important to consult with a healthcare provider to ensure your child receives the appropriate vaccines at the recommended ages and intervals. Additionally, certain circumstances might warrant different schedules, so personalized advice is always valuable.