Diphtheria Toxoid Benefits & Uses

Diphtheria Toxoid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diphtheria

Diphtheria Toxoid Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Diphtheria Toxoid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diphtheria Toxoid is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Bronchospasm

Mild

Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Weakness
Headache
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Erythema
Tenderness to touch
Swelling

Diphtheria Toxoid Related Warnings

Is the use of Diphtheria Toxoid safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Diphtheria Toxoid. It is best to stop taking Diphtheria Toxoid immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Diphtheria Toxoid safe during breastfeeding?

Diphtheria Toxoid is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Diphtheria Toxoid on the Kidneys?

Diphtheria Toxoid does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Diphtheria Toxoid on the Liver?

Using Diphtheria Toxoid does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Diphtheria Toxoid on the Heart?

Diphtheria Toxoid is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Diphtheria Toxoid with Other Drugs

Diphtheria Toxoid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Diphtheria Toxoid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diphtheria Toxoid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Diphtheria Toxoid

Is this Diphtheria Toxoid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Diphtheria Toxoid has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Diphtheria Toxoid since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Diphtheria Toxoid should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Diphtheria Toxoid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Diphtheria Toxoid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diphtheria Toxoid

It is safe to take Diphtheria Toxoid with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Diphtheria Toxoid

Information about the interaction of Diphtheria Toxoid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 925

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adacel (tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid and acellular pertussis vaccine adsorbed )

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