Question
Is there a conflict between consuming colostrum and getting vaccinated? My baby, who is now eight months old, has been taking colostrum capsules every day since they were six months old, mixing the powder into the formula milk. Today, at eight months, they received the TB vaccine, and I noticed that the information sheet advises not to take immunoglobulins within three months of vaccination. I’m worried it might interfere with the vaccine’s effectiveness! Could the immunoglobulins in colostrum affect the vaccine’s efficacy?
Answer
The phenomenon you are inquiring about does not have a direct interference, as long as it is not pure immunoglobulin. I suggest you put your concerns to rest; if there are no other special contraindications, it is safe to proceed with the preventive vaccination. This is my advice for the question “Does consuming colostrum conflict with vaccination?” I hope it is helpful to you, and wish your baby a swift recovery!