Key facts about Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine
What dosages is Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine available in?
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is a single-dose vial or prefilled syringe containing a 0.5 mL suspension for injection.
What is Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine used for?
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is a vaccine use to prevent:
- Tetanus
- Diphtheria
- Pertussis (whooping cough)
How does Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine work?
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is an inactivated vaccine that helps your body’s immune system make antibodies to protect you from 3 bacteria that cause conditions like Clostridium tetani (tetanus), Corynebacterium diphtheriae (diphtheria), and Bordatella pertussis (pertussis or whooping cough).
How do I take Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine?
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is typically dosed as follows:
For routine vaccination:
- Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is given at least 5 years after the last dose of the DTaP vaccine or the Td vaccine.
- If you need a second dose of the vaccine, you should get it at least 8 years after your first dose.
Prevention of tetanus after getting a wound:
- The vaccine is given at least 5 years after receiving another tetanus toxoid-containing vaccine.
Is it safe for me to take Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine?
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- An allergy to any tetanus, diphtheria, or pertussis-containing vaccine (including DT, Td, and DTaP)
- Coma, having seizures for a long time, or lowered level of consciousness within 7 days of a previous dose of a pertussis-containing vaccine
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine:
- Injection site reactions
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Body ache or muscle weakness
- Chills
- Joint pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following:
- Serious allergic reaction: hives, rash, swelling of your face, tongue or throat, shortness of breath, and chest pain
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine
The following medications may interact with Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine:
- Other injectable vaccines or Tetanus Immune
- Globulin
- Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic
- Drugs and corticosteroids
Who makes Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine safe in pregnancy?
It is not known whether this medication is safe for you and your unborn baby during pregnancy. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have plans on becoming pregnant. They will recommend what is best for you. There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid And Acellular Pertussis Vaccine during pregnancy.













