Under the Universal Immunization Programme, Rotavirus vaccine is now included. The current schedule for Rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix® type, 2-dose) is:
- A At 6 and 10 weeks
- B At 6, 10 weeks (Rotarix 2-dose) or 6, 10, 14 weeks (Rotavac 3-dose) depending on the vaccine used ✓
- C At 6, 10, and 14 weeks (3-dose)
- D At 6 weeks and 6 months
Correct answer: B. At 6, 10 weeks (Rotarix 2-dose) or 6, 10, 14 weeks (Rotavac 3-dose) depending on the vaccine used
Explanation
India uses two rotavirus vaccines under UIP: Rotavac (indigenous, pentavalent, 3 doses at 6-10-14 weeks) and Rotasiil (also 3 doses at 6-10-14 weeks). The answer reflects the actual UIP schedule where Rotavac/Rotasiil (both used in India's program) follow a 3-dose schedule at 6, 10, and 14 weeks. This distinguishes the Indian UIP schedule from the 2-dose international Rotarix (Glaxo) schedule used in private practice.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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