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Mom of a 8 yr 3 m old boy7 years ago
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how many time a pneumococcal vaccination is given...is it one time or three time...to my baby I have given two time and tomorrow is third time....so please can anyone tell me...Please

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profile image of Dr.Rasika ThosarExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist7 years ago

A. 3 times pneumococcal vaccine is against certain bacteria called strep pneumoniae. it protects against pneumonia , meningitis and sepsis caused by these particular bacteria only. viral infections still can occur.

profile image of Shaista TarannumShaista TarannumMom of a 17 yr old boy7 years ago

A. if baby has cold or cough usually vaccinations are postponed by a few days. please follow it up and get it done when baby feels better.

Author of questionMom of a 8 yr 3 m old boy7 years ago

A. I have given 2 pneumococcal vaccine 3 is due to my baby was not well he was suffering from cold and I have consulted regarding that with my baby paediatrian

profile image of Dr.A.Safiyathus salihaDr.A.Safiyathus salihaMom of a 8 yr 4 m old boy7 years ago

A. dear mom pneumococal vaccines are given 4 times.. one in 2 months and then 4 months and 6 months .. one booster dosage is given in between 12_15 months of age.. if ur baby is 8 months u shud have given it already

profile image of Shaista TarannumShaista TarannumMom of a 17 yr old boy7 years ago

A. it is given in 4 doses. 4th one is at 12 months and is a booster dose.

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