TABLE 2.
Proposed protocols for vaccinations in solid-organ transplant recipients
| Vaccine | Preparation | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | Inactivated | 1,440 ELISA units | 0 and 2 mo |
| Hepatitis B | Recombinant | 40 μg | 0, 1, 2, and 6 months |
| Influenza | Trivalent inactivated | Double dose | Annually, in October-November |
| Pneumovax | 23-valent polysaccharide, heptavalent protein conjugated | Routine | Every 2-5 years |
| Tetanus | Toxoid | Routine | Booster every 5 years |
| Diphtheria | Toxoid | Routine | Booster no later than 2 years from vaccination and then every 10 years |