olddrummerdude
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@aussiewife I would say the same reason a 90 pound woman and a 500 pound man can both get the same flu shot and it be just as effective.
a baby is a preemie and underdeveloped due to their gestational age
What vaccine will 5-11 year olds receive?
The 5-11 vaccine is different than for 12+ year olds. It’s a different dosage with a different buffer. The vaccine for 5-11 kids has an orange cap compared to 12+ year olds with a purple cap.
Some more details:
The vaccine dosage is not dependent on a child’s size or weight. As opposed to medications, vaccine dosages are based on the maturity of the immune system. The dosage should be based on the child’s age on the day of vaccination.
Errors: If a 5-11 child accidently receives a 30 µg dose for their first dose, they should receive a single age-appropriate 10 µg dose for their second dose 21 days later and should be considered as having a completed primary series. If a child ages 5–11 years inadvertently receives a 30 µg dose for their second dose, they should be considered has having a completed primary series.