Dose of Vitamin A, given along with measles vaccine is for a child of 16 months is–

Correct option is C

Sol. As per National Vitamin A Prophylaxis Programme, the first dose of Vitamin A (2 lakh IU) is given at 9 months along with measles vaccine, and the second dose (also 2 lakh IU) is given at 16–18 months with the second MR/measles dose.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 0.5 lac IU – Too low. This is not an approved dose in the national immunization schedule.
· (b) 1 lac IU – Also incorrect. Infants below 6 months may receive smaller doses, but not at 16 months.
· (c) 2 lac IU – Correct answer. Standard dose for children above 12 months given at 16–18 months along with measles or MR vaccine.
· (d) 2.5 lac IU – Exceeds recommended limit and can be toxic. Not advised in national programs.