Some babies may experience side effects from immunization, which are generally mild and short-lived, including fever, fussiness, and redness and swelling/pain at the injection site. Furthermore, fever is very common in babies after the Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine.
If your baby develops a fever after being vaccinated, you can give them pain relievers like ibuprofen or paracetamol, although this should always be done according to a doctor's prescription. Keep in mind that infant paracetamol can be given to babies over two months old, while ibuprofen should only be given to babies over three months old, weighing more than 5 kg, or if paracetamol is not recommended by the doctor.
Meanwhile, mothers are recommended to give paracetamol in suspension form, or powder, dissolved into syrup, to their babies immediately after receiving the MenB vaccine, even if their little one does not show any signs of fever.
A small study revealed that giving paracetamol to prevent fever in children actually reduced the effectiveness of vaccines. The study also found that children given paracetamol before immunization produced fewer antibodies in response to the vaccine. Now, The problem is that if fewer antibodies are produced, the vaccine will be useless as it should be.
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SeizuresFebrile seizures can sometimes occur in children with a fever of 38°C or higher. Seek immediate medical attention for immediate treatment. If a seizure occurs, while seeking emergency medical attention, perform first aid for febrile seizures in infants.
Behavioral changes, including confusion, being very sleepy and difficult to wake up, not responding when spoken to or touched, fainting or loss of consciousness.
Allergic reaction, such as rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing, wheezing or noisy breathing, hives, hoarseness, paleness, weakness, or dizziness. Although allergic reactions to vaccines are very rare, they are still a risk. There's no need to worry, as allergies can be fully managed.
In very rare cases, a child can experience a severe allergic reaction within minutes of the injection, known as anaphylaxis. This reaction can cause difficulty breathing or even loss of consciousness. However, the nurse or doctor administering the vaccine is trained to handle this type of anaphylactic reaction, and the child can recover fully with proper care.
