apollo
logo
0
Introducing Our Latest Arrival!
Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml

Prescription drug
 Trailing icon

Manufacturer/Marketer

Glaxo Smithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called 'immunizing agents' primarily used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and death. Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is caused by bacteria that enter the body through deep cuts, wounds, or burns affecting the nervous system. Pertussis or whooping cough is a respiratory tract infection caused by a type of bacteria known as Bordetella pertussis.

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml contains 'Diphtheria toxoid, Tetanus toxoid, and Pertussis toxoid.' It works by stimulating the immune response in the body by developing antibodies and antitoxins against the toxoids. Thus, it helps provide immunity or resistance against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml include fever, headache, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, redness, tenderness and pain at the injection site. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor beforehand if you or your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines. Let your doctor know if you have any immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml may make you feel weak or tired; hence drive only when you are mentally alert. This vaccine is recommended for children only when prescribed by a doctor. 

Uses of Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml

Prevention of diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis

Medicinal Benefits

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is an immunizing agent that contains 'Diphtheria toxoid, Tetanus toxoid, and Pertussis toxoid.' It is used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. It works by stimulating the immune response in the body by developing antibodies and antitoxins against the toxoids. Thus, it helps provide immunity or resistance against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.

Directions for Use

A healthcare professional will administer it. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml

  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Redness, tenderness and pain at the injection site

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor before taking the shot if you or your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines (coma and decreased level of consciousness), immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml. It is also advised to consult your doctor before taking Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother. Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml may make you feel tired or weak, hence drive with caution and only when you are completely alert. It is unknown if the action of Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information. Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml should be used in children only when the doctor has advised. Store Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml in cold places at 2°C to 8°C and do not freeze.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml may interact with immunosuppressants and corticosteroids. 

Drug-Food Interaction: Follow your doctor's advice on the foods and drinks that can be consumed.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml, let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, which may cause inflammation.
  • Foods rich in magnesium like avocados, flax seeds, corn, oatmeal, curd, and pumpkin help relax the blocked jaw muscles and relieve the pain and inflammation.
  • Adding high protein foods such as milk, egg, meat to your daily diet can effectively reduce the action of tetanus causing bacteria. 
  • Opt for foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. 
  • Eat a healthy diet, and keep yourself well hydrated.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • It is advised to keep a record of your booster doses schedule to know when you are due for the upcoming shot.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diphtheria is a serious infection affecting the nose and throat, leading to difficulty breathing, heart failure, paralysis, and death. Symptoms include sore throat, chills, drooling, fever, weakness, and swelling of lymph nodes. This infection is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria.

Tetanus is a serious illness caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, which live in soil, saliva, dust, and manure. This bacteria can enter the body through deep cuts, wounds, burns, and dirty abrasion and affects the nervous system. This infection can lead to painful muscle contractions, particularly jaw and neck muscles, arms, chest, abdomen, and leg. This further causes difficulty breathing and frequent spasms. 

Pertussis or whooping cough is a contagious respiratory tract infection caused by a bacteria known as Bordetella pertussis. It often leads to uncontrollable and violent coughing, making it difficult to breathe. Symptoms include cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. 

bannner image

Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is affected by alcohol intake. Please consult your doctor for more information.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml should be used during pregnancy only when suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Caution

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml should be used during breastfeeding only when advised by the doctor. However, please consult your doctor before taking Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml may cause tiredness. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

bannner image

Liver

Safe if prescribed

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe liver impairment/liver disease.

bannner image

Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is safe if prescribed by your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from severe kidney impairment/kidney disease.

bannner image

Children

Caution

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is recommended for children only after the doctor's advice.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Stiefel India Ltd., 401& 402, A Wing, IV Floor, Floral Deck Plaza, Opp. Rolta Bhavan, Central MIDC Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400093
Other Info -

FAQs

Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml contains diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis toxoids. When injected into the muscle, Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml stimulates an immune response in the body, further providing immunity against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis diseases.
Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml should be used with caution in the medical history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines, immune system disorders like Guillain-Barre syndrome, HIV infection, high fever, and fits. Please let your doctor know if you or your child has any other medical concerns before starting Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml.
If you have shown a severe allergic reaction after the first shot, you should not get the next shot since it may be life-threatening. Please consult your doctor for more information.
You can take other vaccines along with Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml if you do not have any allergic reactions. If you take other vaccines and Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml, they should be given by separate syringes at different injection sites.
Boostrix Vaccine 0.5 ml is stored in cold places at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze the vial.

Author Details

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.
icon image

Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.Prepaid payment required.

Add to Cart