Rotavirus Vaccine - Rotarix
Rotavirus Vaccine - Rotarix costs HK$900 per dose at Dedicare Medical Centre, Hong Kong, or HK$1,800 for the 2-dose course.
Vaccine
Rotarix
Suggested Age
From 6 to 24 weeks infants
Indication
Rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by G1 and non-G1 types
Manufacturer
GSK
HK Registration Number
HK-54546
Registration
HK registration since 2006
Price
HK$1,800 （full course 2 doses）
| Doses | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 dose | HK$900 |
| 2 doses | HK$1,800 |
Dosage & Schedule
2 doses with at least 4 weeks apart, first dose to be taken before 20 weeks old
Peak Incidence Age
6 to 24 months
Characteristics
- Early protction, infant can finished the 2 doses course as early as 10 weeks old
High Risk Groups
4 to 23 months
Common Side Effects
Fever, irritability, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea
Contraindication
- Severe allergic reaction to any component of this vaccine
- History of intussusception or uncorrected congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract that would predispose the infant to intussusception
- History of severe combined immunodeficiency disease
Medically reviewed by Dr Brian Chung, MBBS (Adelaide), MEDM (CUHK), DDME (CUHK), DOM (CUHK)
Hong Kong Medical Council registration no. M12184
Are there any consultation or injection fees, or other hidden charges, on top of the vaccine price?
No. Dedicare does not charge any of these.
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