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Quadrovax SD Vaccine

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)
Quadrovax SD Vaccine is a combination of medicines that is used in the prevention of diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, and Haemophilus influenzae type B infection. It helps in developing immunity. It protects the body against future infections.
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Product introduction

Quadrovax SD Vaccine injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this injection.

The most common side effects include redness at the injection site, tenderness, irritability, vomiting, loss of appetite, and fever. If any of these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please inform your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suffering from any other diseases. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers and patients suffering from liver and kidney diseases.

Benefits of Quadrovax Injection

Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Quadrovax SD Vaccine helps prevent tetanus infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against tetanus infection. However, it does not provide lifelong protection. A booster shot is recommended to be given after few years. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Pertussis
Pertussis (often called whooping cough) is an infection of the airways that can occur at any age but mostly affects infants and young children. The infection causes uncontrollable coughing that can make it difficult to breathe. Quadrovax SD Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes pain and swelling in the throat. This might cause difficulty in breathing. It might also damage the heart, kidneys and nerves. Quadrovax SD Vaccine gives protection against diphtheria. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Haemophilus influenzae Type b disease
Haemophilus Influenzae type b infection can cause serious illness, especially in children, some of which are meningitis (infection of brain meninges), pneumonia etc. It is spread mainly through contact with infected droplets (coughing or sneezing) or secretions from an infected person's nose and throat. Quadrovax SD Vaccine gives protection against this infection. It helps the immune system to produce antibodies to fight against the disease.

How to use Quadrovax Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Quadrovax Injection works

Quadrovax SD Vaccine is a combination of four vaccines. They help develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

Quick tips

  • If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
  • You can apply ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Quadrovax SD Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quadrovax SD Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quadrovax SD Vaccine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Quadrovax SD Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quadrovax SD Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quadrovax SD Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quadrovax SD Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quadrovax SD Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Patient concerns

Which types of vaccinations are mandatory for a child Which vaccinations are important for a child.

Dr. Gopal Samdani
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (DTaP) -- Five-Dose Series. 2-4 months: Hepatitis A (Hep A) -- Two-Dose Series. 12-23 months: Hepatitis B (Hep B) Birth: H. influenzae type b (Hib) -- Three-Dose Series. 2-4 months: Influenza. Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) -- Two-Dose Series. Pneumococcal (PCV) Chickenpox (Varicella)

Is Pentaxim injection is available and if not can we give any alternative ? Pls suggest.

Dr. Pranav Gupta
Dr. Pranav Gupta
Paediatrics
Pentaxim has been withdrawn. However, you could still find some old stock. Alternatives are any DTwP vaccines. Easy 4, Comvac 4, Quadrovax, etc. A shot of IPV will be needed with each one of them
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