Sanofi Pastuer
PENTAXIM
₹ 3,145 / Piece
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Pentaxim Vaccine – Comprehensive Protection for Your Child
Overview:
Pentaxim is a combination vaccine designed to protect infants and young children from five serious diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), poliomyelitis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). By combining multiple vaccines into a single shot, Pentaxim reduces the number of injections needed, making immunization simpler and more efficient.
Key Benefits:
✅ Provides broad protection against five life-threatening diseases
✅ Reduces the number of injections required in early childhood
✅ Approved by global health authorities for safe and effective immunization
Recommended Age Group:
👶 Infants & young children (6 weeks and older)
🗓 Routine immunization as per the national vaccination schedule
Schedule & Dosage:
📌 Primary Series: Three doses starting from 6 weeks of age with at least 1-month interval between doses
📌 Booster Dose: Given at 12-18 months for long-term protection
📌 Administration: Intramuscular injection, usually in the upper thigh
Contraindications:
❌ Not recommended for children with severe allergic reactions to vaccine components
❌ Avoid in cases of progressive neurological disorders (e.g., encephalopathy, uncontrolled epilepsy)
❌ Vaccination should be postponed during acute severe illness
Common Side Effects:
- Mild redness and swelling at the injection site
- Low-grade fever, irritability, and tiredness
Post-Vaccination Care:
✔ Apply a cool, damp cloth to ease injection site discomfort
✔ Monitor for unusual symptoms & consult a healthcare provider if needed
Pentaxim ensures safe and effective immunization, offering comprehensive protection for your child’s healthy future.
Prescription Compulsory
| Painless (gentle) | Yes |
| 1-2 yr | Yes |
| Imported | Yes |
| Antigens | 5 |
| Vaccine Type | Killed |
| Pregnancy | No |
| Lactation | No |
| >6wk-5yrs | Yes |
| Boosters | No |
| ACVIP 2020 Guidelines | Yes |
| Adult vaccine | No |
Pentaxim Comprehensive Protection for Your Child
Description:
Ensure your child's health with Pentaxim, a combination vaccine that provides protection against five serious diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), poliomyelitis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). Pentaxim reduces the number of injections needed, making immunization easier and more efficient for parents and children alike.
Key Benefits:
- Comprehensive Protection: Shields against five serious diseases with one injection.
- Clinically Proven: Backed by extensive research and approved by global health authorities.
- Convenient: Combines multiple vaccines into a single shot, simplifying the vaccination schedule.
Ideal for:
- Age Group: Suitable for infants and young children > 6 wks of age.
- Routine Immunization: Recommended as part of the standard immunization schedule to ensure comprehensive protection.
Schedule and Dosage:
- Dosage: 3 Dose Regimen : 3p + b, First year 3 doses starting > 6wk of age, min 1 month interval between each primary dose. Booster min 6 months after the last priming dose and preferably < 18 months of age
To use it as for primary vaccination, make sure additional Hepatitis B shots are given at the same time or a separate schedule of 0,1,6 months for Hepatitis B is being followed by the Doctor.
- Administered intramuscularly, usually in the upper thigh for infants (alternating thighs)
- Occasionaly used for the Second booster of DPT >4 yr- 7 yrs.
Safety in Pregnancy and Lactation:
- Pregnancy: Pentaxim is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant women should consult with their healthcare provider for alternative vaccination options.
- Lactation: Not applicable.The Pentaxim vaccine is safe for breastfeeding mothers. Vaccinating breastfeeding mothers can help protect their infants through passive immunity.
Contraindications:
- Severe Allergic Reactions: Contraindicated in individuals who have had a severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the vaccine or following a previous dose of this or similar vaccines.
- Severe Illness: Vaccination should be postponed in individuals with moderate or severe acute illness until recovery.
- Neurological Disorders: Contraindicated in children with progressive encephalopathy or uncontrolled epilepsy.
What to Expect:
- Common Side Effects: Mild reactions such as redness and swelling at the injection site, fever, irritability, and tiredness.
- PostVaccination Care: Apply a cool, damp cloth to the injection site to reduce discomfort. Monitor for any unusual symptoms and consult your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
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