BCG Vaccine USP
BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) Vaccine USP is a live attenuated strain of Mycobacterium bovis. It is primarily used for the active immunization against tuberculosis, particularly to prevent tuberculous meningitis and miliary tuberculosis in infants and young children. It is also used in higher concentrated formulations for intravesical treatment of primary or recurrent superficial papillary bladder cancer.
Dosage by Body Weight
Administered strictly intradermally by a healthcare professional for tuberculosis vaccination. Standard dose is 0.05 mL for infants under 12 months of age, and 0.1 mL for children 12 months and older and adults. BCG is dosed based on age, not body weight.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 0.05 mL
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for infants under 12 months. Vaccine is dosed based on age rather than body weight.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 0.05 mL
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for infants under 12 months. Administered intradermally.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 0.05 mL to 0.1 mL
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Dose depends on age. Use 0.05 mL if under 12 months; use 0.1 mL if 12 months or older.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.1 mL
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard pediatric/adult dose for individuals aged 12 months and older.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 0.1 mL
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard pediatric/adult dose for individuals aged 12 months and older.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 0.05 mL | Single dose | Standard dose for infants under 12 months. Vaccine is dosed based on age rather than body weight. |
| 5-7 kg | 0.05 mL | Single dose | Standard dose for infants under 12 months. Administered intradermally. |
| 8-10 kg | 0.05 mL to 0.1 mL | Single dose | Dose depends on age. Use 0.05 mL if under 12 months; use 0.1 mL if 12 months or older. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.1 mL | Single dose | Standard pediatric/adult dose for individuals aged 12 months and older. |
| 16-20 kg | 0.1 mL | Single dose | Standard pediatric/adult dose for individuals aged 12 months and older. |
Formulation
Purpose
Active immunization against tuberculosis (TB) and immunotherapy for superficial bladder cancer.
Generic Name
Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) VaccineBranded Drug Names
BCG Vaccine USP is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.