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Prophylaxis of tetanus in wound management
Adult: In cases of uncertain or <3 doses of primary immunisation: 0.5 mL via deep IM inj into the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. In cases of ≥3 doses of primary immunisation: Administer 0.5 mL if ≥10 years since last dose for minor wounds or if ≥5 years since last dose for tetanus-prone wounds (e.g. contaminated with dirt, soil or faeces). Refer to literature as dosage may vary with brand and local guidelines.
Child: ≥10 years Same as adult dosage.
Child: ≥10 years Same as adult dosage.
Intramuscular
Booster immunisation against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis
Adult: 0.5 mL via deep IM inj into the deltoid muscle of the upper arm, at least 5 years after last dose. Refer to literature as dosage may vary with brand and local guidelines.
Child: ≥10 years Same as adult dosage.
Child: ≥10 years Same as adult dosage.
Intramuscular
Active immunisation against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis
Child: ≥6 weeks to <7 years As primary immunisation: 1st-3rd doses: 0.5 mL at 2, 4 and 6 months of age at 4-8 weeks interval; 4th dose: 0.5 mL at approx 15-20 months of age, at least 6 months after 3rd dose; 5th dose: 0.5 mL at 4-6 years of age. Doses given via deep inj into the anterolateral muscles of the thigh (≥6 weeks to <12 months of age) or the deltoid muscles of the upper arm (≥12 months to <7 years of age). Refer to literature as dosage may vary with brand and local guidelines.
