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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:20 PM IST

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is indicated in preventing rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by type G1, G2, G3, G4 and G9 in infants. Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml contains Rotavirus vaccine-live attenuated that works by stimulating the production of antibodies against the attenuated Rotavirus specimen, thereby helping the immune system to protect against Rotavirus infection. Common side effects of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml are irritability, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

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Jan-27

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About Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml belongs to the group of immunizing agents indicated in the prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by type G1, G2, G3, G4 and G9 in infants. Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the gastric (stomach) mucosa characterised by vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps and fever.

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml contains Rotavirus vaccine-live attenuated that works by stimulating the production of antibodies against the attenuated Rotavirus specimen, thereby helping the immune system to provide protection against Rotavirus infection.

In some cases, Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml may cause side effects such as irritability, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is for oral use only, not for injection. Inform your doctor if the infant is immunocompromised or has gastrointestinal disorders. The safety and effectiveness of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml in infants less than six weeks and older than 32 weeks have not been established.

Uses of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml

Prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis

Medicinal Benefits

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml belongs to the group of immunizing agents indicated in the prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by type G1, G2, G3, G4 and G9 in infants and children. Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml contains Rotavirus vaccine-live attenuated that works by stimulating the production of antibodies against the attenuated Rotavirus specimen, thereby helping the immune system to protect against Rotavirus infection.

Directions for Use

ROTAVIRUS LIVE ATTENUATED VACCINE oral drops will be administered by a health care professional; do not self-administer. Administer the dose by gently squeezing the liquid into the infant’s mouth toward the inner cheek until the dosing tube is empty.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml

  • Irritability
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not give Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml if the infant is allergic to any of the components in Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml if the infant has Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease (SCID), or if a history of intussusception (a condition in which a part of the intestine slides into the adjacent part of the intestine). Inform the doctor if the infant is immunocompromised or has a gastrointestinal illness (active acute gastrointestinal illness, chronic diarrhoea, failure to thrive, history of congenital abdominal disorders, or abdominal surgery). The safety and effectiveness of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml in infants less than six weeks and older than 32 weeks of age have not been established. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if the infant is on treatment with irradiation, antimetabolites, cytotoxic drugs, alkylating agents or corticosteroids.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if that infant has Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease (SCID) or a history of intussusception (a condition in which a part of the intestine slides into the adjacent part of the intestine).

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Make your child’s personal hygiene a top priority. Keeping their hands clean and washing them with soap and water regularly is important in preventing infection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Gastroenteritis: Gastroenteritis is an intestinal disorder in which the gastric mucosa gets inflamed, most commonly due to an invasion by pathogens such as Rotavirus. Symptoms include cramps, nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, and fever.

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Alcohol

Not applicable

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is intended for use in infants only.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is intended for use in infants only.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is intended for use in infants only.

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Driving

Not applicable

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is intended for use in infants only.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Inform your child's doctor if your child has any liver problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this vaccine. However, the vaccine schedule would be pre-determined for children.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Inform your child's doctor if your child has kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this vaccine. However, the vaccine schedule would be pre-determined for children.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml can be used safely in infants aged six weeks to 32 weeks. The vaccine schedule would be pre-determined for children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

212/2, Hadapsar, Off Soli Poonawalla Road, Pune 411028 India
Other Info - ROT0058

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FAQs

Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is used to prevent rotavirus gastroenteritis.
Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml works by stimulating the body to produce antibodies against the rotavirus to protect the body against rotavirus infections.
There are no restrictions on the infant’s food or liquid consumption, including breastmilk, either before or after vaccination with Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml.
Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml is intended for use in infants aged six weeks to 32 weeks of age. The safety and effectiveness in people greater than 32 weeks have not been established.
Caution is advised when considering the administration of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml to infants with a history of gastrointestinal illness, as no safety and efficacy data is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml will be administered by a health care professional such as doctor or a nurse. It is given orally (by mouth) as oral drops in a three-dose schedule. Do not self-administer.
Inform your doctor if your child is allergic to Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml, if your child is having severe combined immunodeficiency disease (SCID), or a history of intussusception (a condition in which a part of the intestine slides into the adjacent part of the intestine). Inform the doctor if the infant is immunocompromised or has a gastrointestinal illness (active acute gastrointestinal illness, chronic diarrhoea, failure to thrive, history of congenital abdominal disorders, or abdominal surgery) before getting Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml.
The common side effects of Rotasiil-Liquid Oral Vaccine 2 ml are irritability, vomiting, and diarrhoea. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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