Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids (Systemic)
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with
its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not
all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical
attention. It is very important that you tell your doctor
about any side effect that occurs after a dose of DT or Td
, even if
the side effect has gone away without treatment. Some types of side effects
may mean that you should not receive any more doses of DT or Td.
Get emergency help immediately
if any of the following side effects occur
:
Rare - Symptoms of allergic reaction
Difficulty in breathing or swallowing; hives; itching, especially of feet or hands; reddening of skin, especially around ears; swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose; unusual
tiredness or weakness (sudden and severe)
Check with your doctor as
soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Confusion; convulsions (seizures); excessive sleepiness; fever over 39.4
�C (103 �F); headache or vomiting (severe
or continuing); hives; itching; joint aches or pain; skin rash; swelling, blistering, pain, or other severe
reaction at the place of injection (generally starts within 2 to 8 hours after
the injection); unusual irritability
Other side
effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. However, check
with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common - For DT and Td
Redness or hard lump at the place of injection (this may last for a few days;
however, less often, the hard lump may last for a few weeks)
More common - For DT only
Fever
under 39.4 �C (103 �F); swelling, pain, or
tenderness at the place of injection (this may last for a few days)
Less common - For DT and Td
Less common - For DT only
Less common - For Td only
Chills; fast heartbeat; fever
under 39.4 �C (103 �F); general feeling of
discomfort or illness; headache; muscle aches; swelling of glands in armpit; unusual tiredness or weakness
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in
some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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