Infanrix Vaccine
Salt Composition:Diphtheria Toxoid 30IU + Pertussis Toxoid 25mcg + Tetanus Toxoid 40IU
Infanrix Vaccine is a combination of three vaccines used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough. It stimulates the immune system to act against microorganisms to prevent such infections. Infanrix Vaccine is to be administered by a healthcare professional. It may cause redness, pain, and swelling at the site of injection. However, this is temporary and usually resolves on its own. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Common side effects of this medicine include weakness, injection site redness, pain, swelling, and headache. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with the side effects. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions and all the medicines you are taking. This medicine is generally considered safe in pregnant and breastfeeding women, however, consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.
Last updated on: 17-12-2023
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Quick Summary
Infanrix Vaccine is a combination of three vaccines used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough. It stimulates the immune system to act against microorganisms to prevent such infections. Infanrix Vaccine is to be administered by a healthcare professional. It may cause redness, pain, and swelling at the site of injection. However, this is temporary and usually resolves on its own. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Common side effects of this medicine include weakness, injection site redness, pain, swelling, and headache. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with the side effects. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions and all the medicines you are taking. This medicine is generally considered safe in pregnant and breastfeeding women, however, consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.
Benefits of Infanrix Vaccine
Tetanus | Diphtheria | Pertussis
In Tetanus Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to become stiff and tighten. Infanrix 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. In 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. Infanrix Vaccine gives protection against diphtheria. It is advisable to consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules. In 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. Infanrix Vaccine gives protection from pertussis. Consult your doctor for complete information regarding vaccination schedules.
Side Effects of Infanrix Vaccine
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Injection site redness, Pain, Swelling, Weakness, Gastrointesinal symptoms']
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Infanrix Vaccine is a combination of three 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.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Infanrix Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Infanrix Vaccine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Infanrix Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Infanrix Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Infanrix Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Infanrix Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Infanrix Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Infanrix Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Infanrix Vaccine?
If you miss a dose of Infanrix Vaccine, please consult your doctor.
Storage Advice
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Manufacturer Address
Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
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