Boostrix Vaccine (Vaccination at Home)

What is Boostrix Vaccine? 

The Boostrix Vaccine is a Tdap vaccine, which provides protection against three bacterial infections: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). It is a combination vaccine containing inactivated components that stimulate the immune system to produce protective antibodies without causing the disease itself. It is essential to take the vaccine doses as per the doctor’s advice for adequate protection against Tdap diseases (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis).

Benefits of Boostrix Vaccine:

• Provides protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough.
• Helps reduce the risk of severe complications such as breathing difficulties, seizures, or heart problems caused by these infections.
• Protects newborns when administered to pregnant women, reducing infant mortality and morbidity from pertussis.
• Helps prevent outbreaks of pertussis in the community.

Who is eligible for the at-home vaccination service?

• Tata 1mg provides at-home vaccination service for individuals above 14 years of age.

Administration:

It will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. A booster dose is recommended as per the advised schedule, usually at intervals of at least 5 years since the last Td or Tdap vaccination to maintain protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.

Note: Price includes vaccine administration charges.