Tetraxim Vaccine
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Quick Facts
About Tetraxim Vaccine
Tetraxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.Tetraxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 2 months. Primary vaccination involves giving the injection at an interval of one month three times, usually at the age of 2, 3, and 4 months. The primary vaccination is followed by a booster dose 1 year after the primary injection during the second year of life. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.The most common side effects of this vaccine include loss of appetite, nervousness, irritability, abnormal crying, somnolence, headache, vomiting, myalgia, injection site reactions, fever, and malaise. It may also cause other side effects such as insomnia, sleep disturbances, and diarrhea. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.
How It Works
Tetraxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.Tetraxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 2 months. Primary vaccination involves giving the injection at an interval of one month three times, usually at the age of 2, 3, and 4 months. The primary vaccination is followed by a booster dose 1 year after the primary injection during the second year of life. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.The most common side effects of this vaccine include loss of appetite, nervousness, irritability, abnormal crying, somnolence, headache, vomiting, myalgia, injection site reactions, fever, and malaise. It may also cause other side effects such as insomnia, sleep disturbances, and diarrhea. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Tetraxim Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8C). Do not freeze.
Prescription required. Upload a valid prescription at checkout or via prescription upload.
Uses of Tetraxim Vaccine
Key Benefits of Tetraxim Vaccine
- In Polio Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. It can spread from person to person and can infect the brain and spinal cord causing paralysis (unable to move body parts). Tetraxim Vaccine gives protection against poliovirus. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the virus. Tetraxim Vaccine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. You should never self-administer this medicine. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Side Effects of Tetraxim Vaccine
- Loss of appetite
- Nervousness
- Irritability
- Unusual crying
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Muscle pain
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Fever
- Feeling of discomfort
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sleep disturbance
- Diarrhea
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Tetraxim Vaccine
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tetraxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.
It is not known whether Tetraxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal