Dual Antigen Inj 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. Dual Antigen Inj is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.

Dual Antigen Inj 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.

Dual Antigen Inj will be injected into the muscle by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Dual Antigen Inj 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 Dual Antigen Inj is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Dual Antigen Inj is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older.

Dual Antigen Inj 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. Dual Antigen Inj is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.

• Fever

• Crying

• Loss of appetite

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. Dual Antigen Inj 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 Dual Antigen Inj is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Dual Antigen Inj is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older. Store Dual Antigen Inj in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Dual Antigen Inj may interact with immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus) and corticosteroids (prednisone). 

Drug-Food Interaction: Follow your doctor's advice on the foods and drinks that can be consumed.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Dual Antigen Inj, let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to vaccines (paralysis, encephalopathy), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, cancers like leukaemia/lymphoma, and fits.

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• TACROLIMUS
• PREDNISONE

• Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, as these 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 acid to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. 

• Jaw exercises can improve the condition and minimize the pain. Do four sets of this exercise every day.

• Eat a healthy diet, and keep yourself well hydrated.

• Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health and combating pain. 

• Let your doctor know that you are taking Dual Antigen Inj 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.

Tetanus is a serious illness that is 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. 

Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and even death. Symptoms include sore throat, chill, drooling, fever, weakness, and swelling of lymph nodes. This infection is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria.