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Pakistan EPI vaccine

Inactivated Polio Vaccine

Inactivated polio vaccine is listed at 14 weeks and 9 months in Pakistan's routine schedule.

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

What is Inactivated Polio Vaccine?

Inactivated polio vaccine is listed at 14 weeks and 9 months in Pakistan's routine schedule.

Dosage and schedule

IPV-I at 14 weeks and IPV-II at 9 months.

  1. 1

    4th Visit

    14 weeks

    IPV-I
  2. 2

    5th Visit

    9 months

    IPV-II

Benefits

  • Helps protect against poliomyelitis using inactivated vaccine.
  • Complements oral polio vaccine doses in Pakistan's routine schedule.

Diseases prevented

  • Poliomyelitis

Common reactions

  • Injection-site soreness or redness.
  • Mild fever or tiredness can occur.

Precautions

  • Tell the vaccinator if there was a severe allergic reaction after a previous IPV dose.
  • Discuss serious acute illness with a health worker before vaccination.

When to seek help

  • Seek care for severe allergic symptoms or any unexpected serious reaction.

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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