Tetanus Toxoid (Systemic)

Proper Use of This Vaccine

Dosing - The dose of tetanus toxoid will be different for different patients. The following information includes only the average doses of tetanus toxoid.

• For injection dosage forms:
  • For prevention of tetanus (lockjaw):
    • Adults, children, and infants 6 weeks of age and older - One dose is given at your first visit, then a second dose is given four to eight weeks later. Depending on the product given, you may receive a third dose four to eight weeks after the second dose, and a fourth dose six to twelve months after that; or you may receive a third dose six to twelve months after the second dose. Everyone should receive a booster dose every ten years. The doses are injected under the skin or into a muscle. In addition, if you get a wound that is unclean or hard to clean, you may need an emergency booster injection if it has been more than 5 years since your last booster dose.