Here’s a list of vaccines indicated and contraindicated in pregnancy:
Indicated Vaccines
- Influenza vaccine: Recommended for all pregnant women during flu season to protect against influenza.
- Tdap vaccine: Recommended for pregnant women during the third trimester (around 27-36 weeks) to protect against pertussis (whooping cough).
- COVID-19 vaccine: Recommended for pregnant women, especially those with underlying health conditions or at high risk of exposure.
- Hepatitis B vaccine: Recommended for pregnant women at high risk of hepatitis B exposure, such as those with a history of hepatitis B or who are at risk of occupational exposure.
- Meningococcal conjugate vaccine: Recommended for pregnant women at high risk of meningococcal disease, such as those with a weakened immune system or who are traveling to high-risk areas.
Contraindicated Vaccines
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine: Contraindicated in pregnancy due to the theoretical risk of transmission of the live, attenuated viruses to the fetus.
- Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccine: Contraindicated in pregnancy due to the theoretical risk of transmission of the live, attenuated virus to the fetus.
- BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine: Contraindicated in pregnancy due to the theoretical risk of transmission of the live, attenuated bacteria to the fetus.
- Live, attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV): Contraindicated in pregnancy due to the theoretical risk of transmission of the live, attenuated virus to the fetus.
- Typhoid vaccine (live, attenuated): Contraindicated in pregnancy due to the theoretical risk of transmission of the live, attenuated bacteria to the fetus.
Precautions
- Pregnant women with weakened immune systems: Live, attenuated vaccines may be contraindicated or require special precautions.
- Pregnant women with a history of allergic reactions: May require special precautions or alternative vaccines.
Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice on vaccinations during pregnancy.
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