What diseases are covered by DTaP?
Babies need 3 shots of DTaP to build up high levels of protection against diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough.
Is DTaP same as tetanus shot?
DTaP contains full doses of diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough vaccines. Tdap contains a full dose of the tetanus vaccine and a lower dose of diphtheria and whooping cough vaccines.
What does the DTaP stand for?
DTap is a combination vaccine used to provide immunity against 3 serious diseases (Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) whereas Tdap is used to boost immunity against the same 3 diseases. Tdap contains a lower dose of vaccine than DTaP. This is because Tdap is used to just boost immunity, not build up immunity.
Who is the DTaP vaccine recommended for?
Routine Vaccination of Infants, Children, Adolescents, Pregnant Women, and Adults. CDC recommends diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis vaccination across the lifespan. Children younger than 7 years of age receive DTaP or DT, while older children and adults receive Tdap and Td.
What is difference between Tdap and DTaP?
Tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis vaccine. Tdap is the vaccine for older children and adults. Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis vaccine. DTaP is the vaccine for infants and young children.
How often do you need a DTaP shot?
When and how often are these vaccines needed? ALL adults who did not get Tdap vaccine as an adolescent should get one dose of this vaccine. Once they have had this dose, a Td or Tdap booster shot should be given every 10 years.
What age is the DTaP vaccine given?
CDC routinely recommends DTaP at 2, 4, and 6 months, at 15 through 18 months, and at 4 through 6 years. CDC routinely recommends Tdap for children ages 7 through 10 years who are not fully vaccinated (see note 1) against pertussis: Single dose of Tdap for those not fully vaccinated (see note 1) or.
Why shouldn't you get the Tdap vaccine?
Although negative side effects of the Tdap vaccine are extremely rare, you shouldn't get the vaccine if you have ever had a serious allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in the past or had a coma or seizure within a week of a childhood dose of DTaP or a previous dose of Tdap.
Can adults get DTaP vaccine?
Also, adults should receive a booster dose of either Tdap or Td (a different vaccine that protects against tetanus and diphtheria but not pertussis) every 10 years, or after 5 years in the case of a severe or dirty wound or burn. Tdap may be given at the same time as other vaccines.
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