Can you interchange Pediarix with other DTaP vaccines for the primary doses in the schedule?
ACIP’s position is that, if possible, you should use the same brand of DTaP for all doses in the series. This same recommendation is made in the AAP Red Book. That means if Pediarix has been used, it would be preferable to use Infanrix for the 4th and 5th DTaP doses, or for the 2nd or 3rd DTaP doses if Pediarix is not available (remember, Infanrix is the DTaP component in Pediarix). However, if you do not have the same brand or you do not know what brand was used, you can use one of the other DTaP vaccines instead of Pediarix to complete the first 3 doses in the primary series or to complete the 4th and 5th DTaP doses. This includes the use of TriHIBit for the 4th dose.
Related Questions
- If you start the IPV, DTaP, and Hepatitis B series with the individual vaccines, can you still use Pediarix for subsequent doses?
- PEDIARIX provides the first 3 doses of DTaP recommended for the primary series. How do I complete the 4th and 5th DTaP doses?
- Can you interchange Pediarix with other DTaP vaccines for the primary doses in the schedule?
