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Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Tetanus. Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine related warnings talks about Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine in conditions like Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine safe for pregnant women?
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine safe during breastfeeding?
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine on the Kidneys?
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine on the Liver?
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine for the heart.
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine
Taking Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine contains tetanus toxoid whose vaccination provides immunity against Clostridium tetani exotoxin by producing antibodies. Hence in this way, it helps us to relieve from tetanus infection.
No, Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine does not cause diarrhoea. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine may cause fever. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing high fever after taking this drug then you are advised to take an antipyretic drug (paracetamol), also discuss with doctor's and follow his/her instruction.
No, Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine does not prevent whooping cough (diphtheria) because it is only effective against Clostridium tetani not against bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae which causes whooping cough.
Rarely, Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine may cause swelling. However, if you experiencing swelling in any part of your body after taking this drug, then you are advised to consult with your doctor without further delay.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 924-925
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1433