Diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus vaccine (DPT)

Article Abstract:

The diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus vaccine (DPT) prevents those three diseases, all of which are serious, while also preventing the spread of the diseases by reducing the number of cases. All young children should be vaccinated with DPT unless they have one of the problems listed. The vaccine should be administered five times between two months and six years of age. There is a chance of severe complications and even death, but the risks are higher if the person gets the actual disease. Both severe and mild side effects are listed.

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Diptheria, tetanus, and pertussis

Article Abstract:

Updated guidelines on administering vaccines against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTP) are presented. It is recommended that children receive a series of DTP vaccines beginning at age 2 months and completed by age 18 months with boosters given at 4 to 6 years. Another tetanus booster should be administered at age 11 to 16 years. A DTP vaccine formulation is also available that includes the influenza type B vaccine. Mild reactions to the vaccine are common.

Children, Vaccination of children, Vaccination, Calendar, Dosage and administration

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Tetanus and diphtheria immunization/prophylaxis: adults and older adults

Article Abstract:

Adults should be immunized against tetanus and diphtheria since mortality from these diseases is higher in older adults. Most medical authorities recommend a tetanus-diphtheria (Td) booster vaccination every 10 years, or at least one booster at age 50 if the primary series was completed in childhood. Tetanus immune globulin should be administered to adults with major wounds if their immunization status is unknown.

Standards, Prevention, Immunization, Tetanus, Diphtheria

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