Pediatric Vaccine Clinic Borivali
Latest IAP 2026 Immunization Guidelines. Protecting your child from birth to 18 years with painless administration and authentic brands.
Vaccine Full Forms & Antigens
| Age | Vaccine / Antigens | Clinical Notes | Common Brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth | BCG, OPV 0, Hep-B 1 | Administer within 24hrs. Mandatory. | Tubervac, GeneVac-B |
| 6 Weeks | DTwP/DTaP 1, IPV 1, Hep-B 2, Hib 1, Rotavirus 1, PCV 1 | Hexavalent combos preferred. Mandatory. | Hexaxim, EasySix, Prevenar 13 |
| 10 Weeks | DTwP/DTaP 2, IPV 2, Hib 2, Rotavirus 2, PCV 2 | Minimum 4-week interval. Mandatory. | Pentaxim, Rotarix |
| 14 Weeks | DTwP/DTaP 3, IPV 3, Hep-B 3, Hib 3, Rotavirus 3, PCV 3 | Completes primary series. Mandatory. | Hexaxim, RotaTeq |
| 6 Months | Influenza 1, Typhoid (TCV) | TCV needs only 1 lifetime dose. Recommended. | Fluarix, Typbar TCV |
| 7 Months | Influenza 2 | 4 weeks post dose 1. Recommended. | Vaxigrip |
| 9 Months | MMR 1, Meningococcal | MMR is mandatory. MenACWY optional. | Tresivac, Menactra |
| 12 Months | Hepatitis A 1, JE (Endemic zones) | Live or inactivated Hep A. Recommended. | Havrix, JEEV |
| 15 Months | MMR 2, Varicella 1, PCV Booster | Chickenpox & Pneumonia boosters. Mandatory. | Priorix, Varilrix |
| 16-18 Months | DTwP/DTaP B1, IPV B1, Hib B1 | First childhood booster. Mandatory. | Pentavac, Tetraxim |
| 18-19 Months | Hepatitis A 2 | Required if 1st dose was inactivated. | Biovac-A |
| 4-6 Years | DTwP/DTaP B2, IPV B2, Varicella 2, MMR 3 | School entry requirements. Mandatory. | Boostrix, Priorix-Tetra |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IAP Immunization Schedule?
The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) sets the gold-standard vaccination guidelines for children in India to protect them from preventable diseases from birth to 18 years.
Is painless vaccination (DTaP) safe?
Yes, the acellular pertussis (DTaP) vaccine is highly safe, effective, and results in significantly less pain, swelling, and fever compared to the whole-cell (DTwP) vaccine.
What should I do if we missed a scheduled dose?
Consult Dr. Vishal Parmar immediately. We follow specific 'Catch-up' protocols to safely resume the schedule without needing to restart the entire series.
Are vaccines safe for premature babies?
Yes, premature infants should be vaccinated according to their chronological age. They are particularly vulnerable and need timely protection.
Which vaccines are mandatory for school admissions in Mumbai?
Most schools require updated certificates for DTwP/DTaP, Polio, MMR, and Typhoid. We provide digitally verified documents for school compliance.