What is the universal immunization schedule in India?
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The question is asking for details on the universal immunization schedule in India, which includes vaccines, ages for administration, and routes of administration.
Answer
Indian schedule: At birth (BCG, OPV), 6/10/14 weeks (OPV, DPT), 9-12 months (Measles), booster doses later.
The universal immunization schedule in India includes vaccines such as BCG, OPV, DPT, and Measles for children, with specific doses at birth, 6 weeks, 10 weeks, 14 weeks, and booster doses at later ages. For pregnant women, TT doses are recommended.
Answer for screen readers
The universal immunization schedule in India includes vaccines such as BCG, OPV, DPT, and Measles for children, with specific doses at birth, 6 weeks, 10 weeks, 14 weeks, and booster doses at later ages. For pregnant women, TT doses are recommended.
More Information
India's UIP is one of the largest worldwide, providing free vaccines to prevent diseases like tuberculosis, polio, and measles.
Tips
Ensure the correct timing for each vaccine to maximize effectiveness and maintain accurate records.
Sources
- Universal Immunization Programme - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- National Health Mission - Immunization - nhm.gov.in
