The age at which you should receive the AVM vaccine depends on the type of vaccine you are receiving. For the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV), most people should receive the vaccine at 2 months, 4 months, 6-18 months, and 4-6 years of age, with a booster dose at 4-6 years of age. For the live oral polio vaccine (OPV), the schedule is usually 2 months, 4 months, and 6-18 months of age.
It is important to note that there is a Catch-up schedule for people who may be behind on their vaccinations. People from 4 months through 18 years of age who have not received all doses of the polio vaccine according to the recommended schedule should receive the appropriate numbers of doses to complete the series.
In addition, people 19 years of age and older who have not received the polio vaccine should receive a single dose of the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV). It is recommended that pregnant women should receive the polio vaccine if they have never been vaccinated, or if they have received fewer than three doses of the vaccine.
It is important to talk to your healthcare provider to determine if you or your child need any immunizations, including the AVM vaccine. Your healthcare provider can provide you with more information and advice on the recommended schedule for the polio vaccine.