Rotarix
Rotarix
Rotarix (pronounced roh-TAR-iks) is a vaccine used to protect against rotavirus infections, which are a common cause of severe diarrhea and gastroenteritis in infants and young children.
Etymology
The name "Rotarix" is a combination of "rotavirus" and "rix", which is a common suffix in the names of vaccines. The "rix" part of the name is derived from the Latin word "rix", meaning "king", which signifies the vaccine's role in combating the rotavirus.
Usage
Rotarix is given orally to infants in two doses. The first dose is usually given at 6 weeks of age, and the second dose is given at least 4 weeks later, but before the infant is 24 weeks old. The vaccine helps to protect against severe diarrhea and gastroenteritis caused by rotavirus.
Related Terms
- Vaccine: A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases.
- Rotavirus: A virus that causes severe diarrhea and vomiting. It is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children worldwide.
- Diarrhea: A condition characterized by the frequent passage of loose, watery stools.
- Gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically resulting from bacterial toxins or viral infection and causing vomiting and diarrhea.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rotarix
- Wikipedia's article - Rotarix
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