How long not to wash after Prevenar vaccination?

Rules of conduct after vaccination with Prevenar

Streptococci are present in almost every person. When the body is healthy, these microorganisms often cannot harm it. However, if a child’s immunity deteriorates for any reason, they can cause the development of many serious diseases, including: meningitis, otitis media, bronchitis, pneumonia, and so on. Children under 5 years of age most often suffer from streptococcal infections. To eliminate such complications, the Prevenar vaccine was developed. In this article we will talk about how to behave after Prevenar vaccination and other nuances.

Application and dosage of the Prevenar vaccine

One dose of the drug with a volume of 0.5 ml is already contained in a special syringe for injection. Its use is possible after consultation with a doctor.

Where is the vaccine given?

The drug is administered exclusively intramuscularly:

• for children under 24 months of age, injections are made in the leg, in the upper outer part of the thigh (at the level of the middle third);
• for children over 24 months - in the arm, in the area of ​​the deltoid muscle of the shoulder.

How many times are they vaccinated?

The frequency of administration and the need for revaccination depend on the age of the child:

1. If the baby is 2 months old, then 1 dose of the drug should be administered three times with an interval of at least 1 month between injections. It is possible to administer the drug twice at the age of 2 months and 2 months after. In this case, revaccination (3rd vaccination) will be required at the age of 11 to 15 months.
2. If the baby is 7-11 months old and has not been vaccinated previously, use a double dose with an interval of 1 month between them.
3. If the child is 12-23 months old, 2 doses are administered with an interval of at least 2 months between them.
4. For children aged 24 months to 5 years, 1 dose of the drug is sufficient.

If the baby is 7-11 months old and has not been vaccinated previously, use a double dose with an interval of 1 month between them.

Is it possible to wash a child after Prevenar vaccination?

Many may wonder whether it is possible to bathe a child after Prevenar vaccination. There are a number of vaccines, after administration of which negative manifestations are not provoked. After them, not only the injection site can be wetted, but also bathed.

This includes vaccinations against the following diseases:

• polio;
• rubella;
• tetanus;
• viral hepatitis B;
• mumps;
• diphtheria;
• cholera and others.

It turns out that after vaccination with Prevenar 13, swimming is allowed, the main thing is not to directly wet the injection site and monitor the child’s condition (avoid fever and hypothermia).

Is it possible to go for a walk after vaccination?

An equally pressing issue for discussion is the question of whether it is possible to go for a walk after vaccination with Prevenar. And this is not surprising, because every parent tries to do everything to ensure that the period after vaccination passes without complications.

Many doctors advise staying at home during this period - this time can vary from 1 to 3 days.

In fact, it is very advisable to go for a walk after Prevenar vaccination. There is nothing better than a walk in the fresh air in your free time. For example, you can walk to the clinic and back.

After vaccination, the body's immune system should become stronger over time, thanks to the production of new antibodies that can resist pathogenic bacteria. Many parents prefer not to overload the developing immune system with walks during this period. However, this approach is completely wrong, because it is fresh air along with active pastime that strengthens the immune system and contributes to the fastest possible absorption of the vaccine.

In reality, there are much more microorganisms in a closed room than in a crowded place. This is because apartments very often, especially in cold weather, are practically not ventilated, the air turns out to be stale and unsterile. The fibers of carpets, upholstered furniture and any soft toys contain an incredible amount of dust and various microbes. While staying in such a room, there is a high probability that the child will inhale some pathogenic microorganism, which will most likely contribute to the development of a cold. Constant dry air causes the baby's nasal mucosa, mouth and throat to dry out - and this is the easiest way for germs to enter the body. Therefore, it is at home that the likelihood of catching some kind of infection is much higher than on the street.

Preparation and actions after vaccination

When preparing for and after any vaccination, it is recommended:

• maintain a daily routine;
• do not introduce new products to the child’s menu;
• avoid contact with people who have infectious diseases;
• Avoid excessive overheating or hypothermia (active walks, baths or sleeping in the fresh air).

Immediately after the injection, you should remain in the medical facility for 30 minutes to monitor your body's reaction. If no allergic reactions or side effects are detected during this time, then you can safely leave.

To reduce the risk of individual allergic reactions, many doctors recommend giving antihistamines to a child 3 days before and 3-5 days after any vaccination.

Regardless of the fact of an increase in temperature, it is recommended to give the child an antipyretic in accordance with his age and body weight if:

• At the same time, whole-cell pertussis vaccine (DTP vaccination) is administered;
• convulsions (including febrile ones) were previously observed.

Tips and tricks for parents

After your child receives the Prevenar vaccine, each parent must follow simple guidelines for caring for the injection site. It is recommended not to cover the vaccination site with brilliant green or iodine, not to make a compress, not to lubricate it with antiseptic agents or to protect it with a band-aid. After 24 hours, you can wash the injection site with warm boiled water or wipe it with a damp cloth. At the same time, it must always remain open, that is, “breathe” freely. During this period, the baby should drink enough liquid.

We have already mentioned that the baby should be provided with peace of mind and limited contact with children. All this against the background of temporary illness can provoke complex consequences.

Make sure that the injection area always remains clean, rinse and clean it regularly. Avoid wearing synthetic clothing, which may cause irritation if rubbed.

During the period after vaccination with Prevenar, it is strictly forbidden to do the following:

• treat the skin with any antiseptics, as well as alcohol-containing compounds, including potassium permanganate, iodine, brilliant green, and so on;
• Do not use any lotions or compresses;
• The application of plasters and gauze bandages is prohibited.

Any vaccine, like any other medicine, may have a number of contraindications. In any case, the vaccination must be approved by a doctor.

It is better to cancel vaccination, or postpone it for a while, if:

• there is a suspicion that the child has an infectious or viral disease;
• the baby is not yet two months old, or is already more than 5 years old;
• Some chronic pathogenic or allergic process is occurring in the baby’s body.

Rules to follow after vaccination

The intestines are responsible for immunity. The baby needs to reduce the amount of food he eats for 2 days (including the day of vaccination). Parents should be calm about the deterioration of appetite. You cannot force him to eat.

In the first days, the baby is fed liquid food. It is better if it does not have a pronounced taste.

Allergenic products are completely excluded from the child’s diet. If he is breastfed, then the mother should refuse them.

2-3 days before vaccination, the child is no longer given vitamin D. This restriction is valid for another 5 days after vaccination. This measure reduces the likelihood of allergic reactions. To prevent the calcium balance in the child’s body from being disturbed, on the doctor’s recommendation, he is given calcium gluconate these days.

List of rules to follow after vaccination:

• do not bathe on this day;
• dress the baby according to the weather so that he does not sweat;
• do not visit crowded places during a walk for 3 days;
• Avoid contact with sick people.

What happens if you wash your child after vaccination?

Doctors prohibit swimming after vaccination because there is a high risk of an allergic reaction: redness, irritation, itching and high temperature.
Taking a long bath, the baby can overcool the body and catch a cold . Fever, cough, and redness in the throat can occur due to temperature changes during and after swimming.

In addition, the child may experience chills, nausea, body weakness and pale skin.

Water can also cause irritation, and the child will begin to scratch the area where the injection was given. And this is not advisable. Baths also affect the baby’s nervous system. The longer a child stays in water, the more restless he becomes. After vaccination, the body should not be given additional stress, because it is already weakened.

When should a child not go outside after vaccination?

The child must be monitored; any deviations in his behavior may indicate a complication after the vaccination. The walk must be postponed in the following cases:

• the temperature has risen, the thermometer shows more than 37.5 °C;
• the baby is capricious, does not play, gets tired quickly;
• no appetite;
• extremities are cold;
• enlarged lymph nodes;
• there is swelling, redness or rashes on the area of ​​the body where the vaccine was administered.

After DTP vaccination

For 3 days after the vaccine is administered, all the baby’s defenses are aimed at fighting the new strain of the virus, so they may not be able to cope with an additional infection picked up by the child during a walk. After vaccination, most mothers have an irresistible desire to wrap up their child and put as much warm clothing on him as possible. This does not protect it from bacteria and viruses.

He overheats, sweats, and his temperature rises. This after DTP vaccination can cause complications.

In summer, in warm, windless weather, walking in deserted places is not dangerous. Comfortable air temperature for walking is 20-22 °C. In frost, wind, and rain, it is better to refrain from visiting the street. After DTP, you should not walk for 3 days, even with a slight increase in body temperature.

For hepatitis

If the child is healthy, then vaccination against hepatitis should not lead to a sharp increase in temperature. The child’s good health on the day of hepatitis vaccination allows him to go for walks as usual. There are also no restrictions on swimming.

From polio

The introduction of polio vaccine into the body is not accompanied by an increase in temperature. After vaccination against polio, a child can be taken out for walks without fear from the first day.

Side effects

Among the most common reactions observed:

• local reaction of redness, pain and itching at the injection site;
• vomit;
• diarrhea;
• decreased appetite;
• increase in body temperature above +38°C;
• restless crying and/or restless sleep;
• apnea in premature infants (less than 28 weeks), especially due to immaturity of the respiratory system.

The following reactions are less common:

• allergic reactions, including facial swelling, shortness of breath, bronchospasm and angioedema;
• rash in the form of hives;
• lymphadenopathy or hypersensitivity at the injection site;
• convulsions accompanied by fever.

How long does the temperature last after vaccination?

As after any vaccination, an increase in body temperature above +38°C is expected, but not necessary. In this case, it is necessary to give an antipyretic drug. If the temperature persists for more than 3 days or symptoms of ARVI, other diseases or a severe allergic reaction appear at the same time, it is recommended to immediately consult a doctor.

If adverse reactions occur (fever, symptoms of acute respiratory viral infection or allergies), it is recommended to immediately consult a doctor.

How to behave if adverse reactions occur

As long as the temperature remains within 38 °C, the child is not given antipyretic medications. If it continues to grow, medications will help bring it down:

• "Ibuprofen";
• "Paracetamol";
• rectal suppositories "Tylenol" or "Panadol".

If you have allergy symptoms, you can give your baby the drugs Zyrtec and Fenistil. After vaccination, antihistamines that cause dry mucous tissues (Tavegil, Suprastin) are not recommended for use. The baby is monitored for 24 hours after any vaccination. After 24 hours, an hour-long walk in a secluded place will only be beneficial if during this time there are no negative reactions from the child’s body.