QUADROVAX VACC

Overview

QUADROVAX VACC is a Schedule H drug.

QUADROVAX VACC is composed of: DIPHTHERIA TOXOID (30 IU), TETANUS TOXOID (25 IU), HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE (10 MCG), PERTUSSIS TOXOID (4 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: Tetanus
TETANUS 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 VACC 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, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

TETANUS TOXOID : Seizure, Body Difficulty Walking, Difficulty Swallowing, Hearing Loss

Rare Side-Effects

TETANUS TOXOID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Technical Classification

TETANUS TOXOID is categorized as: BACTERIAL VACCINES / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for QUADROVAX VACC

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

QUADROVAX INJINR 429.15 for 0.5 ML INJECTIONDIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30.0 IU, TETANUS TOXOID 25.0 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10.0 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4.0 IU
QUADROVAX VACCINR 429.15 for 0.5 ML INJECTIONDIPHTHERIA 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 VACCINR 600 for 0.5 MLTETANUS 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 VACCINR 575 for 05.MLTETANUS TOXOID 60 IU, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU
HEXAXIM VACCINR 4800 for 0.5 ML INJECTIONTETANUS TOXOID 40 IU, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 25 MCG, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 20 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 12 MCG
QUINVAXEM INJINR 870 for 1 ML INJECTIONTETANUS TOXOID 60 IU, DIPHTHERIA TOXOID 30 IU, HAEMOPHILUS B CONJUGATE VACCINE 20 MCG/ML, HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN 10 MCG, PERTUSSIS TOXOID 4 IU