Under the National Immunization Programme, Rotavirus vaccine (RVV) is given at which schedule (three doses)?
- A 6 weeks, 10 weeks, and 14 weeks ✓
- B At birth, 6 weeks, 10 weeks
- C 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months
- D 9 months, 12 months, and 15 months
Correct answer: A. 6 weeks, 10 weeks, and 14 weeks
Explanation
Rotavirus vaccine (Rotavac 116E — indigenous Indian vaccine) is given orally at 6, 10, and 14 weeks of age under the Universal Immunization Programme. It was introduced in phases since 2016 and is now part of the national schedule. The schedule aligns with the DPT-HepB-Hib (Pentavalent) primary series timing, ensuring co-administration is feasible.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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