Tetagam-P250IU/ml
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Indication
1. Prophylaxis of tetanus, following injury in patients whose immunization is incomplete or uncertain. 2. Therapeutically in the, treatment of tetanu... View More
Administration
This vaccine should only be administered by intramuscular injection. Human tetanus immunoglobulin should not be administered by intravenously.
Adult Dose
Intramuscular Post-exposure prophylaxis of tetanus: For adults single dose of 250 IU should be given. The dose may be increased to 500 IU in case ... View More
Child Dose
Intramuscular Post-exposure prophylaxis of tetanus: For children single dose of 250 IU should be given. The dose may be increased to 500 IU in cas... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity homologous Ig-containing medicinal products particularly in patients w/ IgA deficiency & concurrent presence of Ab to IgA.
Mode of Action
Tetanus immunoglobulin is used for passive immunisation against tetanus.
Precaution
Caution when used in patients with coagulation disorders or thrombocytopenia. Not to be used for IV admin. Pregnancy, lactation. If adsorbed tetanus vac... View More
Side Effect
Inj-site reactions: Pain, soreness and tenderness. Increased temperature, angioneurotic oedema, nephritic syndrome, anaphylactic shock.
Pregnancy Category Note
The safety for use of human tetanus immunoglobulin in human pregnancy has not been established in controlled clinical trials. Long lasting clinical expe... View More
Interaction
May reduce the efficacy of live vaccines.
Alternative brand for Tetagam-P
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