Important vaccines in the pediatric schedule include:
- Hepatitis B: Given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months.
- DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis): Administered at 2, 4, 6, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years.
- Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b): Given at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months.
- Polio (IPV): Given at 2, 4, 6-18 months, and 4-6 years.
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Administered at 12-15 months and 4-6 years.
- Varicella (Chickenpox): Given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years.
- Pneumococcal: Administered at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months.
- Rotavirus: Given at 2, 4, and (if needed) 6 months.