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Tetanus Toxoid/Diphtheria Toxoid, Adsorbed (Vaccine) (Injection)
Protects against infections caused by tetanus (lockjaw) and diphtheria
Contraindications:
Do not have this vaccine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to tetanus or diphtheria vaccine, or to thimerosal. This vaccine should not be used if you have an infection with fever
Uses:
Injectable
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An IM shot is given in your muscle, usually in your shoulder muscle.
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The doctor or nurse will give you this shot.
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You will probably have redness and swelling around the area where your shot is given. This is common and usually goes away after a couple of days.
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You will need to get a "booster" shot 4 to 8 weeks after your first shot, and again 6 to 12 months later.
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After your first set of shots, you should get one booster shot every 10 years.
If a dose is missed:
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Try not to miss a dose.
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Make another appointment to have your shot as soon as possible if you miss a dose.
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
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking corticosteroid medicine such as prednisone.
Warnings:
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before receiving this vaccine.
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Before getting this vaccine, make sure your doctor knows if you have a bleeding disorder or if you have ever had a seizure caused by high fever.
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This vaccine may not work as well if you have a bone marrow disorder, if you are HIV positive, or if you are receiving anti-cancer medicines.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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Seizures
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Skin rash, hives, itching
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Wheezing or trouble breathing
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Swelling of the lips, face, or tongue
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Fever of 103° F or more
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Redness, swelling, or a lump where the shot was given that does not go away after a few days
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Fever below 103° F with drowsiness or swollen glands
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