Rotarix
Rotavirus Vaccine Has Cut Hospitalization of Kids »
"Sept. 21, 2011 -- Far fewer children were hospitalized for a common stomach bug known as rotavirus since routine vaccination was recommended in 2006, a study shows.
The new findings appear in the New England Journal of Medicine"...
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CONTRAINDICATIONS
History of uncorrected congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract (such as Meckel's diverticulum) that would predispose the infant for intussusception.
Last reviewed on RxList: 10/30/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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