Protects against infections caused by diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), and pertussis (whooping cough)
Brand Names:
Daptacel
Contraindications:
DTP vaccine should not be given if your child has had an allergic reaction to it. If your child develops any severe side effects (such as fever of 103 degrees F, constant crying, seizures), future shots should be with DT vaccine only. DTP vaccine is not used in children 7 years of age and older
Uses:
Injectable
This vaccine is given to all infants and children between 2 months and 7 years of age.
The doctor or nurse will give the shot to your child.
The shot is given in the thigh or shoulder muscle.
Three doses should be given 4 to 8 weeks apart; a fourth dose is given 6 to 12 months after the third dose.
A booster dose should be given at age 4 to 6 years unless your doctor tells you differently.
If a dose is missed:
Try not to miss a dose.
Make another appointment for your child as soon as possible if a dose is missed.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Warnings:
This vaccine should not be given to children with certain medical conditions, such as illnesses with fever or seizures. Make sure your doctor knows if your child has any other medical problem.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Hives or itching
Swelling of face or eyes
Trouble swallowing or breathing
High fever (103 degrees F or more)
Prolonged crying or screaming (for 3 or more hours)
Confusion, headache, irritability
Severe drowsiness that does not get better
Convulsions (seizures)
Swelling, redness, or a lump where the shot was given
Fever (less than 103 degrees F) occurring with drowsiness, restlessness, vomiting, or swelling of neck glands
