Is A 15 Days Delay In IPV2 Vaccination Safe?

Posted on Sat, 6 Aug 2016

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Question : hi, my son is 7 months old. We gave him ipv1 on 17th July. the next dose ipv2 is due by 17th August. since we are in travel, is it ok to give the vaccination once we are back. that will be sep 4th. please advice.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,ipv2 vaccination can be postponed to 4tg September

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concern.

Yes, IPv2 vaccination can be postponed till 4th September. There is no problem. The vaccine should be not administered before 17th August, but can be postponed.

Enjoy your vacation.
Dr.Albana

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