Side EffectsPain, Redness, Swelling At Injection Site,Low-grade Fever,Irritability, Fatigue,Severe Allergic Reaction (anaphylaxis),Neurological Complications (extremely Rare)
Storage+2°C To +8°C (refrigerated, Not Frozen),From Light,Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
Composition (per 0.5 mL dose)Tetanus Toxoid (adsorbed on aluminium phosphate/aluminium hydroxide gel): Equivalent to at least 40 IUAluminium phosphate / hydroxide (as adjuvant): Helps boost immune responsePreservatives (e.g., thiomersal or 2-phenoxyethanol depending on batch)(Exact composition may vary slightly depending on manufacturer batch – but this is the standard for AbhayTOX.)Indications (Uses)Provides active immunization against tetanus.Given for:Routine childhood immunization schedule (as DTP/DTaP or standalone booster)Wound management (to prevent tetanus in case of injury, cuts, or burns)Booster doses every 10 years for continued protectionDosage & SchedulePrimary immunization: Usually given as part of DTP vaccine in infants at 6, 10, and 14 weeks of age.Booster doses:1st booster at 16–24 months2nd booster at 4–6 yearsFurther boosters every 10 years in adulthoodWound prophylaxis: Single 0.5 mL dose if last vaccination was >5 years ago(Exact schedule may vary as per Indian National Immunization Schedule and WHO guidelines.)Side EffectsMild (common):Pain, redness, swelling at injection siteLow-grade feverIrritability, fatigueRare (serious):Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)Neurological complications (extremely rare)Precautions & WarningsShould be given only by a healthcare professionalIntramuscular injection – usually in anterolateral thigh (infants) or deltoid muscle (adults)Avoid use in patients with:Severe allergic reaction to previous tetanus vaccineSevere acute illness with high fever (postpone until recovery)Keep Adrenaline injection ready for rare anaphylactic reactionsStorage Store at +2°C to +8°C (refrigerated, not frozen)Protect from lightKeep out of reach of children
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