What is in tetanus shot?

The tetanus vaccine is made by taking the tetanus toxin and inactivating it with a chemical. The inactivated toxin is called a “toxoid.” Once injected, the toxoid elicits an immune response against the toxin, but, unlike the toxin, it doesn’t cause disease.

What type of vaccine is diphtheria?

There are 4 vaccines that include protection against diphtheria: The DTaP vaccine protects young children from diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough. The DT vaccine protects young children from diphtheria and tetanus. The Tdap vaccine protects preteens, teens, and adults from tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough.

Is Tdap and DTaP the same vaccine?

DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) vaccine, which is given to children. DT (diphtheria and tetanus) vaccine, which is given to children. Tdap (combined tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) vaccine, which is given to adolescents and adults.

Do I really need a tetanus shot every 10 years?

Many people think of a tetanus shot as something you only need if you step on a rusty nail. Yet even in the absence of a puncture wound, this vaccine is recommended for all adults at least every 10 years.

What is the other name for diphtheria?

Diphtheria [dif-thēr′e-ə] Reports of epidemics of “throat distemper” began to appear in the 1500s, but before the 19th century, diphtheria was known around the world by many different names, such as Syrian ulcer, membranous angina, malignant croup, and Boulogne sore throat.

What are the side effects of DTP vaccine?

The vaccine can cause mild side effects: fever; mild crankiness; tiredness; loss of appetite; and tenderness, redness, or swelling in the area where the shot was given. Rarely, a child may have a seizure, a high fever, or uncontrollable crying after getting the vaccine.

Is the Tdap vaccine necessary?

Studies estimate that diphtheria toxoid-containing vaccines protect nearly all people (95 in 100) for approximately 10 years. Protection decreases over time, so adults need to get a Td or Tdap booster shot every 10 years to stay protected.

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