20/05/2026
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Reminder to parents:
The rotavirus vaccine is an oral (swallowed) vaccine that protects infants from rotavirus, a highly contagious virus that causes severe diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and dehydration in young children.
Before the vaccine was introduced, rotavirus was the leading cause of severe, dehydrating diarrhea in infants and young children worldwide.
How It Is Given:
Unlike most vaccines, the rotavirus vaccine is not a shot. It is given as liquid drops placed directly into the baby's mouth.
Depending on the specific brand used, the vaccine is given in either a 2-dose or 3-dose series:
Rotarix (RV1): Given in 2 doses (usually at 2 months and 4 months of age).
RotaTeq (RV5): Given in 3 doses (usually at 2, 4, and 6 months of age).
⚠️ Important Timing: The first dose must be given before a baby turns 15 weeks old, and the final dose must be completed by the time the baby is 8 months old.
Why It Is Important
While diarrhea might seem like a common childhood ailment, rotavirus can be incredibly severe. The vaccine is highly effective and provides several key benefits:
Prevents Severe Illness: It prevents about 74% to 87% of all rotavirus cases and nearly 96% of severe cases.
Reduces Hospitalizations: It drastically lowers the chances of a child needing intravenous (IV) fluids in the hospital due to extreme dehydration.
Community Protection: By vaccinating infants, it reduces the overall circulation of the virus, protecting vulnerable newborns and older individuals as well.
Common Side Effects
The rotavirus vaccine is very safe, but some babies may experience mild, temporary side effects, including:
Irritability or fussiness
Mild, temporary diarrhea or vomiting
If you are planning a vaccination schedule for an infant, your pediatrician can advise on the best timing and specific brand available.
*Your pediatrician will always remind you to give your babies rotavirus vaccine every clinic visit kay kapoy kaayo sigeg kasakit ang mga babies. Mahal siya nga vaccine pero mas mahal maadmit. Lahi ra pud ng naa kay peace of mind kay lisod tambalan amg kaguol.*
Source: CDC
