MCV doses and schedule

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My son is 13 months old. I want to know about MCV vaccine. My doctor told me it has 2 shots. Can be taken after 9 months. But heard from some that it ia taken after 2 years. Please guide me about the doses and correct age to take MCV. also is it necessary to take? And side effects? please suggest

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Dr. S. T. Pushpam

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore

Hi. Can be given after 9 months. Nothing to worry

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Dr. Arti Gosawi Pediatrician 11 yrs exp Pune · Accepted Answer

Dr. Arti Gosawi

Pediatrician 11 yrs exp Pune

Can be taken safely after 9 months

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Its safe very few may cause fever rash irritability after dose