dose and frequency of Hep b vaccine
ï· The birth dose should be given within 12 hours of birth. ï· For infants, the minimum age for the final dose of hepatitis B vaccine is age 24 weeks. Note: Adults who are immunocompromised or on dialysis require a larger dose of hepatitis B vaccine.The Engerix-B dose required is 40mcg/2.0mL (use the adult 20mcg/mL formulation) on a scheduled of 0,1,2, and 6 months. For Recombivax HB, a special formulation is available. The birth dose should be given within 12 hours of birth. ï· For infants, the minimum age for the final dose of hepatitis B vaccine is age 24 weeks. Note: Adults who are immunocompromised or on dialysis require a larger dose of hepatitis B vaccine.