Childhood (KEPI information)
Kenya Expanded Programme on Immunisation (KEPI) childhood schedule. These vaccines are primarily delivered in public immunisation clinics and maternal-child health (MCH) units. This pharmacy provides schedules, catch-up counselling, and records review — not a replacement for the national programme.
Who should get it
- All infants and children per the national KEPI schedule
- Children with incomplete or unknown immunisation history (catch-up)
Who should wait
- Follow KEPI clinic guidance for sick children
Contraindications
- Product-specific — KEPI clinic will screen
Precautions
- Bring the mother-child booklet (pink book) to every visit
Common side effects
- Varies by antigen — clinic will explain
Rare risks
- Varies by antigen
Indications
Information, catch-up counselling, and referral to KEPI/MCH clinics.
Regulatory note
Pharmacy does not substitute for KEPI. Paediatric on-site administration is off by default unless the pharmacy holds specific authorisation (policy flag).
