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Usually they are administered in the upper outer thigh.

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The vastus lateralis is the most appropriate site for IM injections in infants. Other sites don't have adequate muscle mass.

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Anterior and lateral aspect of thigh is the best site for such kids. Their gluteus maximus muscle get developed as the child walks. So thigh is best site in such kids.

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vastus lateralis

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Thigh

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