RotaTeq Oral Vaccine
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Product introduction
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is a medicine used in the prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirus. It is usually given as a 3-dose oral regimen, 4 weeks apart, beginning at 6 weeks of age.
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine can be given with or without food. It helps protect the baby from a kind of virus (rotavirus) that can cause bad diarrhea. Give it in the dose and direction as advised by the doctor.
Side effects are rare, however, some may experience mild irritability, ear inflammation, nasopharyngitis, difficulty in breathing, and vomiting. If the child experience any of such side effects and that does not go away with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
Uses of RotaTeq Oral Drops
Benefits of RotaTeq Oral Drops
In Prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirus
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements, most commonly occurring due to an infection of the digestive tract. RotaTeq Oral Vaccine helps to prevent diarrhea that is caused due to rotavirus infection. Rotavirus infects nearly all children in developed and developing countries at the age of around 3 to 5. Vaccines are therefore the most effective way to prevent rotavirus diarrhea. It will help you to stay well by preventing it from coming back. You need to take it as advised by the doctor and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of RotaTeq Oral Drops
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of RotaTeq
- Vomiting
- Ear inflammation
- Irritability
- Breathing problems
How to use RotaTeq Oral Drops
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How RotaTeq Oral Drops works
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine contains small amounts of weakened rotavirus (a virus that causes diarrhea). 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 diarrhea caused by rotavirus.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with RotaTeq Oral Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether RotaTeq Oral Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take RotaTeq Oral Drops?
If you miss a dose of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine, please consult your doctor.\n
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Quick tips
- RotaTeq Oral Vaccine helps protect your baby from a kind of virus (rotavirus) that can cause bad diarrhea.
- It is given to your baby by mouth.
- The first dose is given when the baby is around 6 weeks old and the second dose, at least 4 weeks after the first dose (before 6 months old).
- Inform your doctor immediately if your baby has severe vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, or severe stomach pain.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Live attenuated vaccines
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking RotaTeq Oral Vaccine
Once A Month
69%
Once A Day
30%
Once A Week
1%
Twice A Month
1%
What are you using RotaTeq Oral Drops for?
Prevention of*
87%
Others
13%
*Prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirus
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
37%
Poor
33%
Average
30%
What were the side-effects while using RotaTeq Oral Vaccine?
Fever
33%
Vomiting
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take RotaTeq Oral Drops?
Empty stomach
50%
With food
50%
Please rate RotaTeq Oral Vaccine on price
Not Expensive
56%
Expensive
33%
Average
11%
FAQs
What is RotaTeq Oral Vaccine?
RotaTeq 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 RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is the best way to prevent Rotavirus infection.
How is RotaTeq Oral Vaccine given?
RotaTeq 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 RotaTeq Oral Vaccine.
What should I inform my doctor before getting my child vaccinated with RotaTeq Oral Vaccine?
You should inform your doctor doctor before administering RotaTeq Oral Vaccine if the child had any severe allergic reaction to RotaTeq 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).
What are the possible side effects of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine?
Most of the children who get RotaTeq 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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