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How is the hepatitis A vaccine given?

For both adults and children, the vaccine is given in two shots, usually in the muscle of the upper arm. The first shot should be followed by a second shot six months to a year later. You may get the hepatitis A vaccine at the same time you receive other kinds of vaccines. It is not recommended that children under two years old get the hepatitis A vaccine.