Malaysia Baby Vaccine Guide
What Vaccines Does Your Baby Need? (Free NIP & Optional)
Scheduling your baby's vaccines is one of the most important steps to protect them from serious diseases. In Malaysia, there are two main categories of vaccines:
- Free Vaccines (NIP): Provided under the National Immunisation Programme (NIP) by the Ministry of Health (KKM) at all government health clinics (Klinik Kesihatan, KK). These are the core, essential vaccines.
- Optional Vaccines: Not included in the NIP but are strongly recommended by the Malaysian Paediatric Association (MPA). These are available at private clinics and hospitals for a fee.
Must-Know: National Immunisation Programme (NIP) - Free Vaccines
This is the free vaccination schedule for all Malaysian citizens. Just bring your baby's "Red Book" (Buku Rekod Kesihatan) to your Klinik Kesihatan (KK) appointment.
Important Update: The NIP has been upgraded! It now includes the more comprehensive 6-in-1 (Hexavalent), Pneumococcal (PCV), and Rotavirus vaccines, significantly reducing the financial burden on parents.
Infancy (0 - 18 Months)
| Baby's Age | Free Vaccine (NIP) | Protects Against |
|---|---|---|
| At Birth | BCG Hepatitis B - 1st Dose |
Tuberculosis Hepatitis B |
| 1 Month | Hepatitis B - 2nd Dose | Hepatitis B |
| 2 Months | 6-in-1 Vaccine - 1st Dose Pneumococcal (PCV) - 1st Dose Rotavirus - 1st Dose (Oral) |
See "Glossary" below Pneumococcal Disease Rotavirus (Severe Diarrhea) |
| 3 Months | 6-in-1 Vaccine - 2nd Dose | (Booster) |
| 4 Months | Pneumococcal (PCV) - 2nd Dose Rotavirus - 2nd Dose (Oral) |
(Booster) |
| 5 Months | 6-in-1 Vaccine - 3rd Dose | (Booster) |
| 6 Months | Pneumococcal (PCV) - 3rd Dose | (Booster) |
| 9 Months | MMR - 1st Dose | Measles, Mumps, Rubella |
| 12 Months | MMR - 2nd Dose | (Booster) |
| 18 Months | 6-in-1 Vaccine - Booster | (Booster) |
School Age (7 - 15 Years)
These vaccines are typically administered by KKM teams at schools.
| Age | Free Vaccine (NIP) | Protects Against |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Years (Standard 1) | DT - Booster | Diphtheria & Tetanus |
| 13 Years (Form 1) | HPV (Girls only, 2 Doses) | Human Papillomavirus (Cervical Cancer) |
| 15 Years (Form 3) | Tetanus (ATT) - Booster | Tetanus |
Recommended: Optional Vaccines (Private Clinics)
These are strongly recommended by paediatricians for more comprehensive protection. You can get them at private clinics.
| Optional Vaccine | Protects Against | Recommended Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Influenza (Flu) | Seasonal Influenza | From 6 Months old. (2 doses in the first year, then 1 dose annually) |
| Varicella (Chickenpox) | Chickenpox | From 12 Months old. (2 doses total) |
| Hepatitis A | Hepatitis A | From 12 Months old. (2 doses total) |
| Meningococcal | Bacterial Meningitis | From 6-12 Months old. (2 doses total) |
| Japanese Encephalitis (JE) | Japanese Encephalitis | From 9 Months old. (*Note: This is in the NIP for Sabah*) |
Vaccine Glossary: What Do They Mean?
- BCG: Protects against severe Tuberculosis (TB). Often leaves a small scar.
- 6-in-1 (Hexavalent): One shot protects against six diseases: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), and Hepatitis B.
- Pneumococcal (PCV): Protects against severe pneumococcal diseases like pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis.
- Rotavirus: An oral vaccine (not a shot) that prevents severe, dehydrating diarrhea and vomiting.
- MMR: Protects against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella.
- HPV: Protects against the Human Papillomavirus, the primary cause of cervical cancer.
Summary: What's the Best Plan for My Baby?
- Follow the "Red Book": Strictly follow the appointment dates at your Klinik Kesihatan (KK) to complete all free NIP vaccines. This is the essential foundation.
- Consult your Paediatrician: At the 6-month and 12-month marks, discuss scheduling the optional vaccines (especially Flu, Chickenpox, and Hepatitis A) at a private clinic.
Combining both NIP and optional vaccines gives your baby the most comprehensive protection available today.
BR 23142 
VN 13029 
US 6069 
AR 3829 
MY 1761 
EC 1475 
MX 1416 
GB 1334 
