TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml

TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called 'immunizing agents' primarily used to prevent diphtheria and tetanus. Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and even death. Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is caused by bacteria that enter the body through deep cuts, wounds, or burns affecting the nervous system. TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.

TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml contains 'Diphtheria toxoid and Tetanus toxoid.' When injected into the muscle, it works by exposing the body to a small dose of bacteria or a protein from the bacteria. Thereby, it helps in providing immunity or resistance against diphtheria and tetanus diseases.

TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml will be injected into the muscle by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml fever, crying, and loss of appetite. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor beforehand if you or your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines (paralysis, encephalopathy), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, cancers like leukaemia/lymphoma, and fits. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. The paediatric version of TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older.

TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is an immunizing agent that contains 'Diphtheria toxoid and Tetanus toxoid.' It is used to prevent diphtheria and tetanus. It works by exposing the body to a small dose of bacteria or a protein from the bacteria, thus providing immunity or resistance against diphtheria and tetanus diseases. TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.

Inform your doctor before taking the shot if you or your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines (paralysis, encephalopathy), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, cancers like leukaemia/lymphoma, and fits. TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is a pregnancy category C drug and may have harmful effects on the developing baby. Hence, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. The paediatric version of TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older. Store TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.

• Let your doctor know that you are taking TD Vaccine Adult Injection 0.5 ml if you are undergoing any medical tests.
• It is advised to keep a record of your booster doses schedule to know when you are due for the upcoming shot.