Dr has prescribed Vitamin A capsules during 15 month Vaccination. 8 capsules as a single dose, how do I give the capsules? Directly?? Asking since I feel it could be a choking hazard.

1 Answer

Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 6 m old boy6 months ago

A. Hello my dear parent! You can empty the contents of capsule and put it in your child’s mouth. You need to give this form until your baby is able to take the capsules directly completely. Speak to your doctor for further guidance in this matter.

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