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Pakistan EPI vaccine

BCG

BCG is given at birth in Pakistan's routine immunization schedule to help protect against severe childhood tuberculosis.

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Vaccine Universe Medical Director
Last reviewed
Jul 6, 2026
Administration
Intradermal injection
Where to get it
Free at government EPI vaccination centres

What is BCG?

BCG is given at birth in Pakistan's routine immunization schedule to help protect against severe childhood tuberculosis.

Dosage and schedule

One birth dose in Pakistan's EPI schedule.

  1. 1

    At Birth

    At birth

    BCG

Benefits

  • Helps protect infants from severe forms of tuberculosis.
  • Part of Pakistan EPI vaccination at birth.

Diseases prevented

  • Tuberculosis

Common reactions

  • Small local swelling or a mark at the injection site can occur.
  • Mild fever or short-lived discomfort can occur after vaccination.

Precautions

  • Tell the vaccinator if the baby is seriously unwell.
  • Ask a clinician before vaccination if severe immune compromise is known or suspected.

When to seek help

  • Seek care if a reaction looks severe, spreads quickly, or the child seems very unwell.

Medical disclaimer

This vaccine knowledge base is educational and based on public EPI/WHO sources. It does not replace advice from a qualified doctor, vaccinator, or local health authority. For missed doses, illness, allergies, pregnancy, immune compromise, or an unexpected reaction after vaccination, speak to a health-care worker.

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