Comprehensive Overview of Vaccines

Routes of Administration for Various Vaccines

Vaccines play a crucial role in pediatric healthcare, protecting children from infectious diseases and boosting immunity. The route of administration depends on the type of vaccine and its effectiveness.

Types of Vaccine Administration

• Intramuscular (IM) Injection: Common for DTaP, Hepatitis B, and Influenza vaccines, injected into the muscle.
• Subcutaneous (SC) Injection: Used for MMR and varicella vaccines, administered into the fatty tissue beneath the skin.
• Oral Administration: Polio vaccine is given in liquid form orally for ease of administration.
• Intranasal Administration: The influenza vaccine can also be delivered as a nasal spray.

Choosing the Right Administration Route

Each route is chosen based on the vaccine's efficacy, targeted immune response, and ease of delivery.