Rotateq (Rotavirus Vaccine)
Purpose of Medication and Method of Action
Rotavirus infections affect 2.7 million children in the USA each year and results in the deaths of approximately 500,000 children worldwide. The major sympton is severe gastrointestinal upset with diarrhea. The vaccine protected virtually all children from severe infections and significantly reduced the number of children who developed the infection.
Usual Dose
Vaccination requires 3 doses of Rotateq given by mouth to infants shortly after birth and at one month intervals until finished.
Patient Medication Information
These information sheets do not list all known side effects of the medications, only the most common side effects. For a complete list of side effects please contact your local pharmacy or the actual drug manufacturing company.