SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml

SII TD-Vac Vaccine 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. SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.

SII TD-Vac Vaccine 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.

SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml will be injected into the muscle by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of SII TD-Vac Vaccine 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 SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older.

SII TD-Vac Vaccine 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. SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml 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. SII TD-Vac Vaccine 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 SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older. Store SII TD-Vac Vaccine 5 ml in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.

• 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.