Munshi, Mumtaz A.Noe, Megan H.Chiu, Yvonne E.Streicher, Jenna L.2023-09-012023-09-012021Munshi MA, Noe MH, Chiu YE, Streicher JL. Vaccines: Considerations for pediatric dermatology patients on immunosuppressive agents. Pediatr Dermatol. 2021;38(5):1040-1046. doi:10.1111/pde.14631https://hdl.handle.net/1805/35303Pediatric dermatologists should be aware of immunization schedules and special recommendations for patients on immunosuppressive agents due to the increased risk of vaccine-preventable infections. Prior to initiating immunosuppressive therapy, pediatric dermatologists should review a vaccine history and administer any necessary age-appropriate or catch-up vaccines. Live vaccines are typically contraindicated while on immunosuppressive therapy, while inactivated vaccines are generally safe to administer.en-USPublisher PolicyImmunosuppressionImmunosuppressive agentsVaccinationVaccinesArticle