Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
About
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid belongs to the group of medicines called 'immunizing agents' primarily used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and death. Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is caused by bacteria that enter the body through deep cuts, wounds, or burns affecting the nervous system. Pertussis or whooping cough is a respiratory tract infection caused by a type of bacteria known as Bordetella pertussis.
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid contains 'Diphtheria toxoid, Tetanus toxoid, and Pertussis toxoid.' It works by stimulating the immune response in the body by developing antibodies and antitoxins against the toxoids. Thus, it helps provide immunity or resistance against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid will be administered by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid include fever, headache, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, redness, tenderness and pain at the injection site. 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. Let your doctor know if you have any immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid may make you feel weak or tired; hence drive only when you are mentally alert. This vaccine is recommended for children only when prescribed by a doctor.
Uses of Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
Medicinal Benefits
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is an immunizing agent that contains 'Diphtheria toxoid, Tetanus toxoid, and Pertussis toxoid.' It is used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. It works by stimulating the immune response in the body by developing antibodies and antitoxins against the toxoids. Thus, it helps provide immunity or resistance against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
- Fever
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Redness, tenderness and pain at the injection site
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor before taking the shot if you or your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines (coma and decreased level of consciousness), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid. It is also advised to consult your doctor before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you are a breastfeeding mother. Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid may make you feel tired or weak, hence drive with caution and only when you are completely alert. It is unknown if the action of Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information. Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid should be used in children only when the doctor has advised. Store Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid may interact with immunosuppressants and corticosteroids.
Drug-Food Interaction: Follow your doctor's advice on the foods and drinks that can be consumed.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid, let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Pregnancy
cautionDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid should be used during pregnancy only when suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid should be used during breastfeeding only when advised by the doctor. However, please consult your doctor before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid may cause tiredness. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
safe if prescribedDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe liver impairment/liver disease.
Kidney
safe if prescribedDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
cautionDiphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is recommended for children only after the doctor's advice.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, which may cause inflammation.
- Foods rich in magnesium like avocados, flax seeds, corn, oatmeal, curd, and pumpkin help relax the blocked jaw muscles and relieve the pain and inflammation.
- Adding high protein foods such as milk, egg, meat to your daily diet can effectively reduce the action of tetanus causing bacteria.
- Opt for foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation.
- Eat a healthy diet, and keep yourself well hydrated.
- Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health.
Special Advise
- Let your doctor know that you are taking Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and death. Symptoms include sore throat, chills, drooling, fever, weakness, and swelling of lymph nodes. This infection is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria.
Tetanus is a serious illness caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, which live in soil, saliva, dust, and manure. This bacteria can enter the body through deep cuts, wounds, burns, and dirty abrasion and affects the nervous system. This infection can lead to painful muscle contractions, particularly jaw and neck muscles, arms, chest, abdomen, and leg. This further causes difficulty breathing and frequent spasms.
Pertussis or whooping cough is a contagious respiratory tract infection caused by a bacteria known as Bordetella pertussis. It often leads to uncontrollable and violent coughing, making it difficult to breathe. Symptoms include cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing.
FAQs
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid contains diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis toxoids. When injected into the muscle, Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid stimulates an immune response in the body, further providing immunity against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid should be used with caution in the medical history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. Please let your doctor know if you or your child has any other medical concerns before starting Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid.
If you have shown a severe allergic reaction after the first shot, you should not get the next shot since it may be life-threatening. Please consult your doctor for more information.
You can take other vaccines along with Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you do not have any allergic reactions. If you take other vaccines and Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid, they should be given by separate syringes at different injection sites.
Diphtheria Toxoid+pertussis Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is stored in cold places at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze the vial.
