Experts plz suggest, When to give the 2nd dose of Vericella vaccine? Can it be given after 3 months after the 1st dose? As per the 2023 schedule 2nd dose of Vericella vaccine has been given in 4-6 yrs..

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ExpertDr. Gunjan BawejaPaediatrician1 Year ago

A. yes as per the latest recommentaion the second dose of varicella is given anytime after 3 months of the firat dose and the efficacy of the vaccine is better with thqt

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