Tetanus Toxoid Pharmacology

Tetanus Toxoid

About Tetanus Toxoid
A systemic active immunizing agent, Tetanus prophylatic.
Mechanism of Action of Tetanus Toxoid
This promotes the active immunity by inducing the production of tetanus antitoxin.
Pharmacokinets of Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Onset of Action for Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Duration of Action for Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Half Life of Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Side Effects of Tetanus Toxoid
1. Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face
2. Difficulty breathing; closing of the throat
3. Hives
4. Paleness
5. Weakness
6. Dizziness
7. Fast heart beat
Contra-indications of Tetanus Toxoid
1. Hypersensitivity to the toxoids or any other ingredients of it
2. Immunosuppressant therapy
3. Immunologlobulin abnormalities
4. Neurological disorder
Special Precautions while taking Tetanus Toxoid
1. Cerebral damage
2. Neurological disorder
3. History of febrile seizures
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Tetanus Toxoid
1. Prevention against tetanus
Interactions for Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Typical Dosage for Tetanus Toxoid
For active primary immunization two doses of 0.5ml each by I.M.route at an interval of 4-6 weeks.
Reinforcing dose should be given, 6-8 months later, to increase the level of immunity. Booster dose: in previously immunized persons, a booster dose of 0.5ml I.M. should be given every 5 years to maintain adequate level of immunity.
For pregnant mothers: by I.M. administration of two doses of 0.5 ml starting in seventh month of pregnancy with an interval of four weeks. If immunization status is not known then three doses of TT should be given starting on sixth month with an interval of four weeks between each.
Schedule of Tetanus Toxoid
C
Storage Requirements for Tetanus Toxoid
Store between 2? - 8?C (35? - 46?F). Do not freeze.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Tetanus Toxoid
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Tetanus Toxoid
Give symptomatic and supportive treatment.

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Tetanus Toxoid is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for tetanus toxoid might be better known than tetanus toxoid itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have tetanus toxoid in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for tetanus toxoid.