Rotarix Dosage & Drug Information

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Core Prescribing Info

Contents

Live attenuated human rotavirus RIX4414 strain (G1P[8] type)

Indications/Uses

Active immunisation of infants from 6 wk of age for prevention of gastroenteritis due to rotavirus infection.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Administer 1st dose from 6 wk of age w/ at least 4-wk interval between doses. Vaccination course: 2 doses given preferably before 16 wk of age & must be completed by 24 wk of age.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Ongoing diarrhoea or vomiting. History of intussusception. Uncorrected congenital malformation (eg, Meckel's diverticulum) of GIT. Severe combined immunodeficiency disorder.

MIMS Class

Vaccines, Antisera & Immunologicals

ATC Classification

J07BH01 - rota virus, live attenuated ; Belongs to the class of rota virus diarrhea viral vaccines.

Regulatory Classification

POM

Presentation/Packing

Form

Rotarix vaccine (oral applicator)

Packing/Price

1's

Form

Rotarix vaccine (tube)

Packing/Price

1's

Rotarix

rotavirus vaccine

Manufacturer:

GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals