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About BE Td Vaccine

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, and cancers like leukemia/lymphoma, and fits. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother. The pediatric 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 BE Td Vaccine

Prevention of diphtheria and tetanus

Medicinal Benefits of BE Td Vaccine

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

Intramuscular injection: A healthcare professional will administer the injection into the muscle of the buttock or thigh; do not self-administer. DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID is given as a series of shots to children as booster doses at regular schedules prescribed by the doctor or local health worker. An adult should get a booster dose of DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID every ten years.

Side Effects of BE Td Vaccine

• Fever
• Crying
• Loss of appetite

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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 (paralysis, encephalopathy), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, cancers like leukemia/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 pediatric 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-Disease Interaction:

Before using DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID, let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to vaccines (paralysis, encephalopathy), or immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, cancers like leukemia/lymphoma, and fits.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is not known if DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information.

PREGNANCY

DIPHTHERIA 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

DIPHTHERIA 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

It 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

DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe liver impairment/liver disease.

KIDNEY

DIPHTHERIA TOXOID+TETANUS TOXOID is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe kidney impairment/kidney disease.