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IPV and OPV
My son is 2.5 month old. He received IPV on his 1.5month age and 2.5 month age. But no OPV is given. Is there no need of OPV if IPV is taken on 6th, 10th and 14th weeks? Even in vaccination cards OPV timings are not mentioned except OPV during birth
I am worried please doctor guide me
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Dr Faisal Zoheb
MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )
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Yes absolutely correct. Recommendation is only OPV at birth and later IPV 3 times at 6-10-14 weeks. Booster dose at 16-18 months and 4-5 years.
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
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9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes no need now as IPV can cover
Just take All IPV booster that's it as per schedule
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Dr. Pandurang Sawant
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16 yrs exp
Pune
Its correct
Opv can be given at 6 months
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Surat
There is no need to worry. IPV provides excellent protection against polio. Many vaccination schedules now use IPV as the routine vaccine, and OPV may not be included except for the birth dose or special pulse polio campaigns. Continue vaccinations as advised by your pediatrician and participate in Pulse Polio rounds whenever announced.
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Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
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Both IPV (Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine) and OPV (Oral Poliovirus Vaccine) are effective, but many modern schedules and international guidelines increasingly prioritize IPV because it cannot cause vaccine-associated paralysis. If a child receives the full IPV series at 6, 10, and 14 weeks, they are generally considered well-protected against all types of polio without needing additional OPV doses. The transition to IPV-only or IPV-heavy schedules is common in many healthcare systems to enhance safety while maintaining high immunity levels. However, exact requirements can vary based on local national immunization programs and regional health risks
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