Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
About Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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.
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid will be injected into the muscle by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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 Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older.
Uses of Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
Medicinal Benefits
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is not meant to treat diphtheria or tetanus infection.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid
Fever
Crying
Loss of appetite
Drug Warnings
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. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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 Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is recommended for children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older. Store Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid 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 Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid, 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.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Pregnancy
cautionDiphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is a pregnancy category C drug and may have harmful effects on the developing baby. Please consult your doctor before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
safe if prescribedDiphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is safe if prescribed by your doctor during breastfeeding since it does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amounts. However, please consult your doctor before taking Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid alters your ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
safe if prescribedDiphtheria 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+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+tetanus Toxoid is recommended for use in children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age only after the doctor's advice. Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is not indicated for use in infants below six weeks of age or children of 7 years of age or older.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
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.
Special Advise
Let your doctor know that you are taking Diphtheria 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
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.
FAQs
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid contains diphtheria and tetanus toxoids. When injected into the muscle, Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid releases a small dose of bacteria or protein of bacteria in the body, which further provides immunity against diphtheria and tetanus diseases.
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid should be used with caution in the medical 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. Please let your doctor know if your child has any other medical problems before starting Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid.
If your child misses a booster dose, take the next dose as soon as possible. Please be sure that your child receives all the recommended doses of the paediatric version of Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid since your child is not fully protected until he/she receives the complete scheduled series of shots.
If your child has shown a severe allergic reaction after the first shot, he/she should not get the booster doses since it can be life-threatening. Please consult your doctor for more information.
You can take other vaccines along with Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid if you do not have any allergic reactions. If you are taking other vaccines and Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid, they should be given by separate syringes and at different injection sites.
Diphtheria Toxoid+tetanus Toxoid is to be stored in cold places at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze the vial.
