Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine
Overview
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Hepatitis B Vaccine's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
|
Single Dose
|
Frequency
|
Route
|
Instructions
|
Adult Dosage
|
| | | IM | Usually given in children, refer Paediatric Dosage |
| 0.5 | 0.5 (0.5) | As recommended. | IM | In Usa 3 dose are given at intervals of 2 months, 4th dose at least 6th months and 5th dose at school entry. |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
|
| 0.5 ml | 0.5 (0.5) | As recommended. | Intramuscular | 3 doses at interval of 4 weeks. Booster dose at 1½ years of age and then at 5 years of age. |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
|
| 0.5 ml | 0.5 (0.5) | As recommended. | Intramuscular | 3 doses at interval of 4 weeks,4th dose after 3---12 month |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Hepatitis B Vaccine
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Manufacturers of
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine
in Pakistan
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