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How to Take DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine and it's Dose


It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle.

Dosage & 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.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with encephalitis (brain swelling), hypersensitivity reactions within 7 days after the dose of DTaP.

Drug Name : DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine

This medication is an active immunization, prescribed for diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough) and tetanus.


Trade Names/Brand Names of DPT- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine

International :


Acel-Imune, Certiva, Daptacel, Infanrix, Tripedia
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