Rotarix is indicated for the active immunization of infants from the age of 6 weeks for prevention of gastro-enteritis due to rotavirus infection. In clinical trials, efficacy was demonstrated against gastro-enteritis due to rotavirus of types G1P[8], G2P[4], G3P[8], G4P[8] and G9P[8]. The use of Rotarix should be based on official recommendations.