Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed is used as a vaccination to prevent tetanus (also known as lockjaw). During childhood, five doses are recommended, with a sixth given during adolescence. Additional doses every 10 years are recommended. Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is important that the child receives all the vaccination doses. For the vaccine to be most effective, it is important to get the vaccination booster injection every 10 years. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include reactions at the site of vaccination injection (such as pain, swelling, and redness), fever, and loss of appetite. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms. To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking.

• Loss of appetite
• Fever

If you miss a dose of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed, please consult your doctor.

Chemical Class::Vaccines|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::VACCINES|Action Class::Toxoid (Inactivated toxins)

• Q. Q. What type of immunity does Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed provide??
  Ans: Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed provides artificial active immunity. This type of immunity is generated when a dead or weakened version of the disease enters the body, causing an immune response which includes the production of antibodies. Vaccination with Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed helps to prevent the deadly disease, tetanus.
• Q. Q. What is a booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot??
  Ans: A booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot is an additional dose of a vaccine that may have to be administered periodically (usually once every few years) after completing the initial or primary vaccination against certain diseases. This helps to ‘boost’ your immunity against such diseases so that you are adequately protected against them.
• Q. Q. Is there a cure for tetanus??
  Ans: There is no cure for tetanus once a person develops symptoms, just supportive treatment and management of complications can be done in a hospital setup. The best way to treat tetanus is its prevention through vaccination or immunization.
• Q. Q. How long does it take to show signs of tetanus after being exposed??
  Ans: After being exposed, the incubation period varies from 3 to 21 days, with an average of eight days. The further the injury site is from the central nervous system, the longer the incubation period. The shorter the incubation period, the higher the risk of death.
• Q. Q. What are the symptoms of tetanus? How does Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed work??
  Ans: Tetanus symptoms involve tightening of muscles of the body and causing a locked jaw, thus making it impossible to breathe, open the mouth to eat or swallow. Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed works by helping the body produce substances that resist infection from bacteria causing tetanus.
• Q. Q. Who should get Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed??
  Ans: Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed should be given to everyone, even to children as early as 2 months of age. Booster doses are recommended for everyone almost every 10 years. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts regarding the vaccination.
• Q. Q. What if I miss a dose of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed??
  Ans: If a scheduled vaccination booster dose of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed is missed, talk to your doctor and arrange another visit as soon as possible.
• Q. Q. Is Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed a safe vaccine??
  Ans: Various studies and trials have shown that Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed is a safe and effective vaccine. Hence, it has been approved for use and recommended by various medical organizations and doctors all around the world. By preventing life-threatening diseases like tetanus, it has proven to be of immense benefit. Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed is also well tolerated. Any side effects that may be seen with this vaccine are usually minor and tend to resolve quickly.

FDC Ltd | B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra