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Overview
QUADROVAX INJ is a Schedule H drug.QUADROVAX INJ is composed of: DIPHTHERIA TOXOID (30.0 IU), TETANUS TOXOID (25.0 IU), HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE (10.0 MCG), PERTUSSIS TOXOID (4.0 IU)
Tetanus Toxoid is used for prevention of tetanus.Tetanus Toxoid is a vaccine.It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it does stimulate the body’s immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections
Usage
TETANUS TOXOID is generally used to treat: TetanusTETANUS TOXOID can address symptoms like: Fever, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Muscle Stiffness, Shortness Of Breath, Jaw Locking, Difficulty Swallowing, Drooling, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Restless Or Irritability, Stiff Neck
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for QUADROVAX INJ and its Constituents
- Use tetanus toxoid (adsorbed) as ordered by your doctor.
- Do not take tetanus toxoid if you are allergic to it or any of the other ingredient of this injection.
- Consult your doctor before taking tetanus toxoid if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or planning for a pregnancy; or undergoing radiation or chemotherapy.
- Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: seizures,fever, infection, bleeding disorder, low platelet levels or weak immune system due to HIV infection or AIDS.
- Take special precautions while using tetanus toxoid if you had severe pain and swelling or bleeding at previous vaccination site.
Common Side-Effects
TETANUS TOXOID : Pain, Peripheral Neuropathy, Febrile Convulsions, Skin Irritation, Fever, Fatigue (tiredness), Joint Pain, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Dizziness, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Body Pain, Face Swelling, VomitSerious Side-Effects
TETANUS TOXOID : Seizure, Body Difficulty Walking, Difficulty Swallowing, Hearing LossRare Side-Effects
TETANUS TOXOID : Skin Rash, Itchy SkinTechnical Classification
TETANUS TOXOID is categorized as: BACTERIAL VACCINES / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTSAvailable Alternatives for QUADROVAX INJ
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
QUADROVAX INJ | INR 429.15 for 0.5 ML INJECTION | DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30.0 IU, TETANUS TOXOID 25.0 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10.0 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4.0 IU |
QUADROVAX VACC | INR 429.15 for 0.5 ML INJECTION | DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, TETANUS TOXOID 25 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
EASY 5 VACC | INR 600 for 0.5 ML | TETANUS TOXOID 60 IU, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10 MCG/ML, HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU |
EASY-4 VACC | INR 575 for 05.ML | TETANUS TOXOID 60 IU, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU |
HEXAXIM VACC | INR 4800 for 0.5 ML INJECTION | TETANUS TOXOID 40 IU, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 25 MCG, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 20 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 12 MCG |
QUINVAXEM INJ | INR 870 for 1 ML INJECTION | TETANUS TOXOID 60 IU, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 20 MCG/ML, HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU |