In conclusion
Summary of antibacterial vaccines in the current EPI (in Ethiopia).
| Vaccine | Protects against | Doses/when | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCG | Tuberculosis | One: at or soon after birth | Intradermal, outer upper right arm |
| Pentavalent vaccine | Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, Hib disease and hepatitis B | Three: at 6, 10 and 14 weeks | Intramuscular, outer upper left thigh |
| TT | Tetanus | At least two: ideally three to five in women of childbearing age | Intramuscular, outer upper arm |
| PCV10 | Pneumonia caused by some Streptococcus pneumoniae strains | Three: at 6, 10 and 14 weeks | Intramuscular, outer upper right thigh |
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