Customer question:
Is the measles vaccine 100% protective? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
The BCG (bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine is the most commonly used against tuberculosis. Although the BCG vaccine offers protection against more severe forms of tuberculosis in children, it is unfortunately not 100% effective and does not 100% prevent tuberculosis infection. Its effectiveness may vary from individual to individual and geographical area.
The primary purpose of the BCG vaccine is to protect children against more severe forms of tuberculosis, such as miliary tuberculosis and tuberculosis of the brain. However, the vaccine does not prevent tuberculosis infection or provide 100% protection against all forms of the disease.
In addition, the effectiveness of the BCG vaccine may be lower in adults. It may vary depending on various factors, including genetic differences between individuals, quality of vaccination delivery, and environmental factors.
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