What is the minimum interval between the two doses of influenza vaccine for children who require two doses?
If the child receives two doses of TIV, the minimum interval between the two doses is 4 weeks. If the child receives two doses of LAIV (only healthy children 5 years through 8 years of age), the minimum interval is 6 weeks. If the child receives one dose of TIV and one dose of LAIV, it depends on which dose is administered first. If the child receives TIV first, wait 4 weeks to administer LAIV. If LAIV is given first, wait 6 weeks to administer TIV.
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