Tetraxim Vaccine
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Tetraxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.
Tetraxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 2 months. Primary vaccination involves giving the injection at an interval of one month three times, usually at the age of 2, 3, and 4 months. The primary vaccination is followed by a booster dose 1 year after the primary injection during the second year of life. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.
The most common side effects of this vaccine include loss of appetite, nervousness, irritability, abnormal crying, somnolence, headache, vomiting, myalgia, injection site reactions, fever, and malaise. It may also cause other side effects such as insomnia, sleep disturbances, and diarrhea. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.
Uses of Tetraxim Suspension for Injection
Side effects of Tetraxim Suspension for Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tetraxim
- Loss of appetite
- Nervousness
- Irritability
- Unusual crying
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Muscle pain
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Fever
- Feeling of discomfort
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sleep disturbance
- Diarrhea
How to use Tetraxim Suspension for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Tetraxim Suspension for Injection works
Tetraxim Vaccine is a vaccine that is used in the treatment of Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis and Polio. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tetraxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.
Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.
Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.
Driving
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It is not known whether Tetraxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
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There is limited data available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited data available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Tetraxim Suspension for Injection?
If you miss a dose of Tetraxim Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
- You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
- If you experience vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.
- If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
- You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
- If you experience vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.
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FAQs
What does Tetraxim Vaccine protect my child from?
Tetraxim Vaccine protects against four serious diseases: diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), whooping cough, and poliomyelitis caused by poliovirus types 1, 2, and 3.
At what ages is Tetraxim Vaccine given?
Tetraxim Vaccine is usually given as part of the primary vaccination series starting at 2 months of age, with three doses given one month apart (for example, at 2, 3, and 4 months). A booster dose is recommended about a year later (around 16 to 18 months), and another booster is given between 5 and 13 years of age, as per official guidelines.
Where is Tetraxim Vaccine given?
Tetraxim Vaccine is given into a muscle of the front outer thigh for infants and the upper arm (deltoid) for older children. It should not be injected into a blood vessel or the skin layers.
Is Tetraxim Vaccine safe for premature babies?
Tetraxim Vaccine is safe for premature babies, but very premature infants (born before 28 weeks) may have a risk of pauses in breathing (apnoea), so monitoring for 48 to 72 hours after the dose may be needed. Vaccination should not be delayed because the benefits are important.
Can my child receive Tetraxim Vaccine with other vaccines?
Yes. Tetraxim Vaccine can be given at the same visit at a different injection site with vaccines like M‑M‑R and hepatitis B, and it can be given with or used to reconstitute the Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine (Act‑HIB) when needed.
What serious side effects of Tetraxim Vaccine should I watch for?
Serious side effects of Tetraxim Vaccine may include signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, trouble breathing, or widespread hives. Rare neurological events like seizures can also occur. Very rarely, Guillain‑Barré syndrome (a rare disorder in which the immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, disrupting communication between the brain and muscles) or brachial neuritis have been reported with tetanus‑containing vaccines such as Tetraxim Vaccine. If your child shows any of these signs, contact your child’s doctor immediately.
What reactions are relatively common after Tetraxim Vaccine?
Fever, irritability, abnormal crying, sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, and soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site are commonly reported after Tetraxim Vaccine and usually settle in 2 to 3 days. Larger limb swelling after later booster doses can occur and typically resolves in 3 to 5 days.
What should I do if my child has problems after earlier Tetraxim Vaccine?
If there was a very high fever (40°C) within 48 hours, a collapse or shock‑like episode, inconsolable crying for more than 3 hours within 48 hours, or seizures within 3 days of a previous Tetraxim Vaccine, the decision to give further pertussis‑containing doses should be carefully discussed with your doctor.
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- Adsorbed Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Acellular Component) and Inactivated Poliomyelitis Vaccine I.P. [Prescribing Information]. Val de Reuil, France: Sanofi Pasteur; 2023. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:
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