What is the timeline for the HPV vaccine?

What is the timeline for the HPV vaccine?

The minimum intervals are 4 weeks between the first and second dose, 12 weeks between the second and third doses, and 5 months between the first and third doses.

How many Gardasil shots are needed?

GARDASIL 9 is a shot that is usually given in the arm muscle. GARDASIL 9 may be given as 2 or 3 shots. *If the second shot is given earlier than 5 months after the first shot, you will need to get a third shot at least 4 months after the second shot was given.

What age is Gardasil given?

HPV vaccine is recommended for routine vaccination at age 11 or 12 years. (Vaccination can be started at age 9.) ACIP also recommends vaccination for everyone through age 26 years if not adequately vaccinated when younger.

Can GP prescribe Gardasil?

A GP may prescribe or administer the HPV vaccination privately but they are not allowed to charge to prescribe, supply or administer a registered patient under the NHS. Therefore a GP may wish to refer any older girl needing to access the HPV vaccination to a private provider which may be another GP practice.

How long does GARDASIL 9 last?

To date, protection against infections with the targeted HPV types has been found to last for at least 10 years with Gardasil (18), up to 11 years with Cervarix (17), and at least 6 years with Gardasil 9 (19).

Can you get GARDASIL 9 if you got GARDASIL 4?

If I had the Gardasil vaccinations already, do I get the new one? No. Re-vaccination with Gardasil 9 is not warranted for those who have completed the series with a different HPV vaccine.

Can you get Gardasil after 45?

In 2018, the FDA approved the vaccine for women and men up to age 45. While many adults have been exposed to some strains of HPV, most have not been exposed to all nine types covered by the vaccine. “Therefore, expanding the age range for vaccination can help prevent HPV-related diseases in more individuals,” she said.

Should my 12 year old get the HPV vaccine?

When should your child get the HPV vaccine? It is recommended for children age 11 or 12, but the vaccine can be given from ages 9 to 26. The best time for your child to get the vaccine is before he or she becomes sexually active. This is because the vaccine works best before there is any chance of infection with HPV.

How long is arm sore after HPV vaccine?

The most common side effect is a sore arm – the area around the site of the injection may turn red and feel sore after your vaccination, which can last for up to 2 days.

Do I have to restart GARDASIL?

No, do not restart the series. You should continue where the patient left off and complete the series.