Dose and Route of administration of rotavirus vaccine is–

Correct option is B

Sol. The Rotavirus vaccine is given as an oral vaccine in a dose of 5 drops (approximately 0.5 ml). It protects against rotavirus infection, which is a major cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. The vaccine is given in multiple doses starting from 6 weeks of age, at intervals of at least 4 weeks, as per the immunization schedule. Being oral, it is easy to administer and well-tolerated.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 2 drops, oral – Incorrect. This is the standard dose for OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine), not rotavirus.
· (b) 5 drops, oral – Correct. This is the standard oral dose of Rotavirus vaccine like Rotavac, given under UIP.
· (c) 10 drops, oral – Incorrect. This dose exceeds the recommended volume and does not correspond to any routine immunization.
· (d) 1 ml, Intramuscular – Incorrect. Rotavirus vaccine is not injectable. It's an oral vaccine only.