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DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine
Latest prescription information about DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine
Pronunciation : DIF thee ree ah, TET ah nus, per TUH sis
Trade Name(s):
International- Acel-Imune, Certiva, Daptacel, Infanrix, Tripedia This medication is an active immunization, prescribed for diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough) and tetanus. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : IM- The recommended dose is 0.5 ml for administration at 2, 4, and 6 months of age, at intervals of six to eight weeks, with a fourth dose given at 15-20 months of age. How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding disorder, cancer, HIV, seizures, fever over 105o F. Side Effects : Mild fever, redness, pain, tenderness, swelling at injection site, tiredness, nausea and vomiting. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it in refrigerator (2-8o C), do not freeze it. |
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