Diphtheria Toxoid

Uses of Diphtheria Toxoid

Diphtheria Toxoid is commonly used in the prevention of diphtheria

How Diphtheria Toxoid Works

The development of neutralizing antibodies to diphtheria toxin generated from diphtheria toxoid protects against the diphtheria disease. Diphtheria toxoid will stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against it which will protect the vaccinated person.

Side Effects of Diphtheria Toxoid

Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Pain, Swelling & erythema at injection site, Fever, Rash, Muscle weakness, Chills, Axillary lymph node swelling

Information About Diphtheria Toxoid

Diphtheria Toxoid is a toxoid vaccine used to prevent diphtheria infection as part of routine childhood and booster immunisation programmes in Singapore. Available as a component of combination vaccines including DTaP and Td administered by intramuscular injection according to Singapore's National Childhood Immunisation Schedule, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. Adult booster doses every ten years are recommended as childhood immunity wanes over time, maintaining protection against potentially fatal respiratory diphtheria in the community. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Diphtheria Toxoid online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Diphtheria Toxoid is right for you.

Diphtheria Toxoid is a vaccine commonly used to help protect against diphtheria, a serious bacterial infection that can affect the throat and airways. It works by stimulating the immune system to produce protective antibodies against diphtheria toxin without causing the disease itself. Diphtheria Toxoid belongs to a class of medications known as vaccines and immunising agents and is widely used in routine childhood and adult immunisation programs. Find affordable Diphtheria Toxoid options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

It is recommended to administer the Diphtheria Toxoid vaccine with caution in patients with renal impairment. There is limited data on the safety profile of the vaccine as diphtheria infection is quite rare.

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is not advisable to drink alcohol following administration of Diphtheria Toxoid as there could be possible interactions between both.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Animal studies have demonstrated that Diphtheria Toxoid may cause adverse effects on the fetus and there are inadequate human studies. However, if there is a high risk of exposure to the diphtheria infection, the benefits of administering this vaccine over the potential risk should be assessed. The inactivated vaccine also may not cause any risk to the fetus.

Driving Generally Safe

Diphtheria Toxoid usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

It is recommended to administer the Diphtheria Toxoid vaccine with caution in patients with liver impairment. There is limited data on the safety profile of the vaccine as diphtheria infection is quite rare.

Lactation Limited Data

It remained unknown whether Diphtheria Toxoid is safe to be used during breastfeeding. The decision to administer the vaccine or continue breastfeeding depends on the benefits of vaccine to mother or benefits of breastfeeding to infant.

Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester