Vaccination

Vaccines for Infants and Children

AgeVaccineExplanation
At birth (immediately after delivery)BCG (against tuberculosis), Hepatitis B (1st dose), Polio (zero dose – OPV)BCG prevents TB, Hep B protects the liver, Polio provides early immunity
2 monthsPentavalent (DTP – diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis + Hep B + Hib), Polio (OPV)Provides primary immunity against multiple childhood diseases
4 monthsSame as 2 months (Pentavalent + OPV)Booster dose to strengthen immunity
6 monthsPentavalent (3rd dose), Polio (3rd dose)Continued immune protection
12 months (1 year)MMR (measles, mumps, rubella – 1st dose)Protection against common viral childhood illnesses
18 monthsPentavalent (4th dose), Polio (4th dose), MMR (2nd dose)Booster to ensure long-term protection
6 years (before school entry)DTP (booster), Polio (5th dose)Long-term protection during school years

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