ABHAY-TOX – VIAL
₹126.40
ABHAY-TOX 0.5 ml Injection is a tetanus toxoid vaccine designed to prevent tetanus, a potentially fatal bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani. This vaccine is administered intramuscularly and is recommended for individuals above 6 weeks of age as part of routine immunization schedules and post-injury prophylaxis.
Description
💉 Composition
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Active Ingredient: Tetanus Toxoid (0.5 ml)
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Preservative: Thiomersal
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Formulation: Sterile suspension of aluminium phosphate adsorbed tetanus toxoid in isotonic sodium chloride solution
🩺 Indications
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Primary Immunization: For infants and children as per the national immunization schedule.
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Booster Doses: Administered every 10 years to maintain immunity.
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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis: Following injuries or wounds that may be contaminated with Clostridium tetani.
💊 Dosage and Administration
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Route: Intramuscular (IM) injection.
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Dosage: 0.5 ml per dose.
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Frequency: As per the immunization schedule or doctor’s recommendation.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common Local Reactions:
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Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site.
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Warmth or induration.
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Urticaria or rash.
Systemic Reactions:
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Fever.
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Malaise or fatigue.
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Nausea.
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Arthralgia (joint pain).
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Hypotension.
Rare Reactions:
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Arthus-type hypersensitivity reactions (severe local reactions occurring 2–8 hours post-injection), especially in individuals with multiple prior booster doses.
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Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction).
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Neurological events such as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), encephalopathy, or nerve palsies.
⚠️ Precautions
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Allergy: Individuals with a known allergy to any component of the vaccine should not receive it.
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Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare provider before administration.
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Immunocompromised Individuals: Use with caution; consult a healthcare provider.
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Concurrent Illness: Delay vaccination during acute febrile illness.
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