Tetraxim Vaccine

Tetraxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 2 months. Primary vaccination involves giving the injection at an interval of one month three times, usually at the age of 2, 3, and 4 months. The primary vaccination is followed by a booster dose 1 year after the primary injection during the second year of life. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.

The most common side effects of this vaccine include loss of appetite, nervousness, irritability, abnormal crying, somnolence, headache, vomiting, myalgia, injection site reactions, fever, and malaise. It may also cause other side effects such as insomnia, sleep disturbances, and diarrhea. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Before injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.

• Polio
• Prevention of Tetanus
• Prevention of Pertussis
• Prevention of Diphtheria

• If you are severely ill, you should probably wait until you recover. Your doctor can advise you on this.
• You can apply an ice pack on the injection site if you experience pain and redness.
• If you experience vomiting, take a simple diet and drink lots of fluid.