After receiving the pentavalent vaccine, if the baby is drowsy, should I wake them up?
May 15, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
Generally, there's no need to wake a child who is sleepy after receiving the pentavalent vaccine. However, if the adverse reaction is severe or the sleepiness lasts for an extended period, the child should be awakened. The pentavalent vaccine is an inactivated vaccine primarily used to prevent diseases such as pertussis, tetanus, and poliomyelitis, and requires four doses. Due to individual differences in constitution, some people may experience adverse reactions after vaccination.
Generally, there is no need to wake a person who is sleepy after receiving the pentavalent vaccine. However, if the individual experiences severe adverse reactions or prolonged drowsiness, they should be woken up. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Not necessary
The pentavalent vaccine is an inactivated vaccine primarily used to prevent diseases such as pertussis, tetanus, and poliomyelitis. It requires four doses. Due to individual differences in constitution, some people may experience adverse reactions after vaccination, such as fever or drowsiness. If their mental state remains normal, there is generally no need to wake them during sleep.
2. Necessary
If the vaccinated individual has poor immunity, their body may fail to produce sufficient antibodies after vaccination, leading to more severe adverse reactions and prolonged drowsiness. In such cases, the person should be woken to assess their mental status. They may also need to visit a hospital for relevant examinations to evaluate their current health condition.
It is recommended to protect the injection site after vaccination and avoid contact with water for a short period of time.
