In Prevention of diarrhea due to rotavirusDiarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements, most commonly occurring due to an infection of the digestive tract. RotaTeq Oral Vaccine helps to prevent diarrhea that is caused due to rotavirus infection. Rotavirus infects nearly all children in developed and developing countries at the age of around 3 to 5. Vaccines are therefore the most effective way to prevent rotavirus diarrhea. It will help you to stay well by preventing it from coming back. You need to take it as advised by the doctor and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common Side Effects :
Irritability
Vomiting
Ear inflammation
Breathing problems

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

RotaTeq Oral Vaccine contains small amounts of weakened rotavirus (a virus that causes diarrhea). It works by provoking the the immune system to produce antibodies (proteins), without actually causing a disease. In the event of infection, these antibodies protect against diarrhea caused by rotavirus.

Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with RotaTeq Oral Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:
Information regarding the use of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding:
Information regarding the use of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:
It is not known whether RotaTeq Oral Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:
RotaTeq Oral Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

RotaTeq Oral Vaccine helps protect your baby from a kind of virus (rotavirus) that can cause bad diarrhea.
It is given to your baby by mouth. 
The first dose is given when the baby is around 6 weeks old and the second dose, at least 4 weeks after the first dose (before 6 months old).
Inform your doctor immediately if your baby has severe vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, or severe stomach pain.

If you miss a dose of RotaTeq Oral Vaccine, please consult your doctor.\n