Pronunciation: ROE-ta-VI-russ
Generic Name: Rotavirus Oral Vaccine Live
Brand Name: RotaTeq
RotaTeq is used for:
Preventing certain types of rotavirus infection in infants and children.
RotaTeq is a live viral vaccine for rotavirus. RotaTeq works by helping the immune system to protect against rotavirus.
Do NOT use RotaTeq if:
- the patient is allergic to any ingredient in RotaTeq
- the patient has severe combined immunodeficiency disease (SCID)
- the patient has a history of a severe type of blockage or twisting of the intestine (intussusception)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using RotaTeq:
Some medical conditions may interact with RotaTeq. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if the patient is pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if the patient is taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if the patient has allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if the patient has any type of cancer, infection, fever, or other current illness (eg, diarrhea, vomiting)
- if the patient or someone regularly in close contact with the patient has a history of a weakened immune system (eg, HIV infection, AIDS) or certain blood problems (eg, leukemia, lymphoma, cancer of the bone marrow or lymphatic system)
- if the patient or someone regularly in close contact with the patient takes medicine that may weaken the immune system, including an immunosuppressant (eg, cyclosporine) or a corticosteroid (eg, prednisone)
- if the patient has cancer; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); stomach or bowel problems (eg, blockage); chronic diarrhea; a birth defect; or has had stomach or bowel surgery
- if the patient has not been gaining weight or growing as expected
- if the patient has had a recent (within the past 42 days) blood or plasma transfusion, or has received immune globulin
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with RotaTeq. Tell your health care provider if the patient is taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), immunosuppressants (eg, cyclosporine), or medicines to treat cancer because they may decrease RotaTeq's effectiveness
Ask your health care provider if RotaTeq may interact with other medicines that the patient takes. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use RotaTeq:
Use RotaTeq as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- An extra patient leaflet is available with RotaTeq. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
- Take RotaTeq by mouth with or without food.
- Do not mix this vaccine with any other vaccines or solutions. Do not dilute RotaTeq.
- RotaTeq requires 3 doses. If you miss a dose of RotaTeq, contact your doctor right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use RotaTeq.
Important safety information:
- RotaTeq may not protect everyone who receives it. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
- RotaTeq should be used with caution in CHILDREN younger than 6 weeks or older than 32 weeks of age; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: RotaTeq is not approved for use in patients of childbearing age. It is not known if RotaTeq is found in breast milk.
Possible side effects of RotaTeq:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Mild fever, diarrhea, or vomiting; runny nose; sore throat.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in the stool; change in bowel movements; ear pain; high fever; red eyes or mouth; severe or persistent stomach pain, diarrhea, or vomiting; swelling of the hands or feet; swollen glands; wheezing or coughing.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: RotaTeq side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of RotaTeq:
RotaTeq is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using RotaTeq at home, store RotaTeq as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Protect from light. Keep RotaTeq out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about RotaTeq, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- RotaTeq is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about RotaTeq. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More RotaTeq resources
- RotaTeq Side Effects (in more detail)
- RotaTeq Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- RotaTeq Drug Interactions
- RotaTeq Support Group
- 0 Reviews for RotaTeq - Add your own review/rating
- RotaTeq Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Rotarix Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Rotarix Consumer Overview
- Rotateq Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Rotateq Consumer Overview
- Rotavirus Vaccine Live Oral Monograph (AHFS DI)
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