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Complete Vaccine Schedule for Babies (0-18 Months) in India

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Complete Vaccine Schedule
for Babies (0-18 Months)

Your easy-to-follow guide to protecting your little one

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๐Ÿผ Welcome, New Parents!

Your baby's first year is full of precious milestones โ€” first smile, first crawl, and yes, first vaccinations! ๐Ÿ’•

Vaccines protect babies from dangerous diseases by helping their immune system learn to fight infections safely.

At Vaccine Panda, we follow the IAP recommended schedule with free home visits and genuine vaccines.

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At Birth

Within 24 hours of delivery

๐Ÿ’‰ BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guรฉrin)
Intradermal

Protects against severe tuberculosis (TB), especially TB meningitis in children.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Protects Against: Tuberculosis, TB meningitis

๐Ÿ’‰ Hepatitis B (Birth Dose)
Intramuscular

First dose preventing liver infection from birth.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Protects Against: Hepatitis B virus, liver disease

๐Ÿ’ง OPV-0 (Oral Polio)
Oral Drops

Zero dose of polio vaccine for immediate protection.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Protects Against: Poliomyelitis (Polio)

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6 Weeks

First major vaccination session

๐Ÿ’‰ DTwP/DTaP (1st Dose)
Intramuscular

Combination vaccine against three serious diseases.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Protects Against: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

๐Ÿ’‰ IPV (1st Dose)
Intramuscular

Injectable polio vaccine for enhanced protection.

๐Ÿ’‰ Hib (1st Dose)
Intramuscular

Prevents bacterial meningitis and pneumonia.

๐Ÿ’‰ Hepatitis B (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular

Second dose for continued liver protection.

๐Ÿ’‰ PCV (Pneumococcal - 1st Dose)
Intramuscular

Protects against pneumonia, meningitis, and ear infections.

๐Ÿ’ง Rotavirus (1st Dose)
Oral

Prevents severe diarrhea caused by rotavirus.

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10 Weeks

Second dose of 6-week vaccines

๐Ÿ’‰ DTwP/DTaP (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ IPV (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ Hib (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ Hepatitis B (3rd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ PCV (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’ง Rotavirus (2nd Dose)
Oral
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14 Weeks

Third dose completing primary series

๐Ÿ’‰ DTwP/DTaP (3rd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ IPV (3rd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ Hib (3rd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ PCV (3rd Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’ง Rotavirus (3rd Dose)
Oral
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6 Months

Half birthday vaccines!

๐Ÿ’ง OPV-1
Oral

Booster dose of oral polio vaccine.

๐Ÿ’‰ Influenza (Flu) - 1st Dose
Intramuscular

Annual flu protection starts here. Second dose after 4 weeks, then yearly.

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9 Months

Important milestone vaccines

๐Ÿ’ง OPV-2
Oral
๐Ÿ’‰ MMR (1st Dose)
Subcutaneous

Critical vaccine against three contagious diseases.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Protects Against: Measles, Mumps, Rubella

๐Ÿ’‰ Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine
Intramuscular

Protects against typhoid fever, common in India.

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12 Months

First birthday vaccines!

๐Ÿ’‰ Hepatitis A (1st Dose)
Intramuscular

Prevents liver infection from contaminated food/water.

๐Ÿ’‰ Varicella (Chickenpox)
Subcutaneous

Protects against chickenpox and complications.

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15 Months

Booster shots begin

๐Ÿ’‰ MMR (2nd Dose)
Subcutaneous

Booster for long-term protection.

๐Ÿ’‰ Varicella (2nd Dose)
Subcutaneous
๐Ÿ’‰ PCV Booster
Intramuscular
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18 Months

Final boosters of infancy

๐Ÿ’‰ DTwP/DTaP Booster (4th Dose)
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ IPV Booster
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ Hib Booster
Intramuscular
๐Ÿ’‰ Hepatitis A (2nd Dose)
Intramuscular

Completes hepatitis A protection.

๐Ÿ’ก Pediatric Tip

Try to keep all shots within a 2-week window of the due date. Delays can leave your baby unprotected during critical growth periods. If you miss a vaccine, don't worry โ€” catch-up schedules are available!

  • Set reminders on your phone for upcoming vaccines
  • Keep a vaccination card or use digital tracking
  • Mild fever after vaccination is normal
  • Feed and cuddle your baby before and after shots

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Are all these vaccines necessary? +

Yes! The IAP schedule includes only essential vaccines. Each vaccine protects against serious, potentially life-threatening diseases. Skipping vaccines puts your baby at unnecessary risk.

What if we miss a scheduled vaccine? +

Don't panic! Contact Vaccine Panda immediately. We'll create a catch-up schedule to get your baby back on track. It's never too late to start or continue vaccinations.

Are there any side effects? +

Most babies experience mild side effects like low-grade fever, fussiness, or soreness at the injection site. These are normal signs that the immune system is responding. Serious side effects are extremely rare.

How do I prepare my baby for vaccination? +

Feed your baby before the appointment, bring their favorite toy, stay calm (babies sense your anxiety!), and hold them during the shot. Afterward, comfort them with feeding or cuddling.

Can multiple vaccines be given together? +

Absolutely! It's safe and recommended. Combination vaccines reduce the number of shots while providing the same protection. Your baby's immune system can handle multiple vaccines at once.

๐Ÿ  Ready to Protect Your Baby?

Book a free home vaccination with Vaccine Panda. Our pediatricians come to you!

Why Choose Vaccine Panda?

โœ… Genuine vaccines
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โœ… Digital records