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Tetanus Vaccine

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Overview

Tetanus vaccine is a type of immunization that protects against tetanus(lockjaw).

Indications

Tetanus Vaccine is primarily indicated in conditions like Pertussis, Tetanus.

Contraindications

Tetanus Vaccine is contraindicated in conditions like Anaphylactic reactions,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Tetanus Vaccine, which give rise to further complications include Seizures, Neurological disturbances, Collapse, Anaphylaxis.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Tetanus Vaccine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Vomiting, Fever, Swelling, Loss of appetite.

Warnings

If a child is sick with something more serious than a mild cold,DTap may be delayed until child is better.

High Risk Groups

If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

Adult Dosage

No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Child Dosage

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Neonatal Dosage

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Drug Interactions

No data regarding the interactions of Tetanus Vaccine was found.

Storage

Inj Store in a well closed container, . Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.