Tritanrix-HBInjectionGlaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Generic : Tetanus Toxoid | ![]() |
Tetanus Toxoid(Tetanus Toxoid Adsorbed USP) generic Tritanrix-HB is an immunization vaccine, prescribed for tetanus (also known as lockjaw), which may cause a serious illness. It works by helping the body build up its immune system against tetanus.
More Info about Tetanus Toxoid
Mild fever, joint pain, dizziness, muscle aches, nausea, tiredness and pain/itching/swelling/redness at the injection site.
Adult: IM/SC- Primary immunization: 3 doses (0.5 mL each of tetanus toxoid adsorbed) via IM administration; give 2nd dose 4-8 weeks after 1st dose and 3rd dose 6-12 month after 2nd dose, Booster dose: 0.5 mL.
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the large muscle or under the skin.
Hypersensitivity.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding disorders, history of Guillain-Barre syndrome, high fever after previous vaccination, immune system disorders, illness/infection, seizures, nervous system disorders, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Avoid intravenous administration.
Avoid excess dosage.
Store between 2° – 8°C. Do not freeze it.
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