All of the following statements are true about DPT vaccine EXCEPT:
DPT Vaccine: - Given against Diphtheria, Peussis & Tetanus infections. - It is less sensitive to heat & damaged by freezing. Stored at 2-8oC - It is stored in middle racks of refrigerator. - Open l policy is applicable - Allows the reuse of paially used multi-dose ls in subsequent immunization sessions (up to 4 weeks) provided Expiry date not reached Cold chain is maintained Date of opening of l is mentioned Aseptic technique is used to withdraw vaccine Vaccine l septum not submerged in water - It is sensitive to light. Hence direct contact with sunlight is avoided.
It should be stored in deep freezer
Exposure to direct sunlight when in use should be avoided
Stored stocks are needed for the months at PHC level
Half used ls should not be put back into the cold chain after the session, if the vaccine l septum has been submerged in water
Storage of vaccines