Pentaxim
5-in-1 combination vaccine (acellular) · Sanofi Pasteur
Prevents
Dosing schedules
3+1 schedule (from 2 months, booster in the second year)
For: Infants (0–1 year)
| Dose | Age | Minimum interval from previous dose |
|---|---|---|
| Dose 1 (Pentaxim) | 2 months (earliest 6 weeks) | – |
| Dose 2 (Pentaxim) | 3 months (earliest 10 weeks) | 28 days |
| Dose 3 (Pentaxim) | 4 months (earliest 14 weeks) | 28 days |
| Dose 4, booster (Pentaxim) Booster | 12 months | 180 days |
Three primary doses 1–2 months apart. Pentaxim has no hepatitis B component, so children need all hepatitis B doses separately.
Source: Recommended vaccination schedules for all ages in Vietnam (2026 edition). Reviewed on 07/10/2026.
Special precautions
Usually combined with a monovalent hepatitis B vaccine if the hepatitis B doses are incomplete.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not used in adults