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Yhdistelmärokote, known in English as a combination vaccine, is a vaccine that protects against multiple diseases in a single injection. These vaccines are designed to simplify immunization schedules, reduce the number of shots a person needs to receive, and improve vaccine uptake. By combining antigens from different pathogens into one formula, a single administration can stimulate an immune response against several diseases simultaneously.

The development of combination vaccines requires careful consideration of antigen compatibility and dosage to ensure both safety and efficacy. Extensive clinical trials are conducted to verify that the combined vaccine provides adequate protection against each targeted disease without diminishing the immune response to any individual component. Regulatory bodies rigorously review this data before approving a combination vaccine for public use.

Common examples of combination vaccines include those for infants, such as the DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine, which protects against diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis, poliovirus, and Haemophilus influenzae type b. Another example is the MMRV vaccine, combining protection against measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox). These vaccines play a significant role in public health by making vaccination programs more efficient and accessible, ultimately contributing to higher immunization rates and better disease prevention. The use of combination vaccines can also lead to cost savings for healthcare systems by reducing the administrative burden associated with administering multiple separate vaccines.