Under the National Immunization Schedule of India, the second dose of Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) is administered at what age?
- A 16-24 months
- B 14 weeks ✓
- C 10 weeks
- D 6 weeks
Correct answer: B. 14 weeks
Explanation
Under India's NIS, fractional IPV (0.1 mL intradermal) is given at 6 weeks and 14 weeks of age. The first dose is co-administered with Pentavalent-1 and OPV-1 at 6 weeks, and the second dose is given with Pentavalent-3 and OPV-3 at 14 weeks.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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