Diphtheria Toxoid (5LF) + Tetanus Toxoid (5LF)

DESCRIPTION

SII TD-Vac Vaccine is a prescription medicine having combination of medicines that is used in the prevention of diphtheria and tetanus. It helps in developing immunity. It protects the body against future infections. SII TD-Vac Vaccine injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this injection. The most common side effects include unusual crying, loss of appetite and fever. If any of these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suffering from any other diseases. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers and patients suffering from liver and kidney diseases.

INTRODUCTION

In Tetanus Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. SII TD-Vac Vaccine helps prevent tetanus infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. Children need to get a booster shot at 11 or 12 years of age. Adults need a booster shot every 10 years after that. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In Diphtheria Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. SII TD-Vac Vaccine gives protection against diphtheria. It is recommended to get your child vaccinated against diphtheria starting at 6 weeks through 6 years. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.

USE OF

Tetanus | Diphtheria

BENEFITS

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FACTBOX 

Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::VACCINES

HOW TO USE

They help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body’s immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with SII TD-Vac Vaccine. Please consult your doctor. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – SII TD-Vac Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – SII TD-Vac Vaccine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. – Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether SII TD-Vac Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – SII TD-Vac Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of SII TD-Vac Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – SII TD-Vac Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of SII TD-Vac Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of SII TD-Vac Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Unusual crying | Loss of appetite

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LIVER INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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