Rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine: Universal rotavirus vaccine is recommended by NACI and CPS. Two oral vaccines are currently authorized for use in Canada: Rotarix (2 doses) and RotaTeq (3 doses). Dose #1 is given between 6 weeks and 14 weeks+6 days with a minimum interval of 4 weeks between doses. Maximum age for the last dose is 8 months/0 days.
Parent Resources
Caring For Kids - Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS)
Caring for Kids New to Canada. - Canadian Paediatric Society
Rotavirus Vaccine - Canadian Paediatric Society – Caring for Kids
Other Sources
Immunization information. - Immunize Canada