Question
Is it normal for a 6-month-old baby to have a fever after receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Answer
Hello! Usually, there are few adverse reactions like fever after receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine. Although a small number of children may experience fever, it is generally not very high. If the child’s body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can offer more water and use a warm washcloth to help lower the temperature. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can use fever-reducing medication for treatment. At this time, there is no need to use antibiotics or antiviral drugs to avoid affecting the effectiveness of the vaccine.