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I have been confused with two products of rotavirus, I would like to know the difference between rotarix and rotavac, whether both are same or any difference is there. Thank you in advance
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Hi ...there are 4 types of rota virus vaccines ...Rotateq, Rotarix, Rotavac and Rotashield ...there is difference in the virus strain used and dosage frequency and effectiveness ...I generally prefer Rotateq as it has less side effects than others and more efficient ...
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