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Tetanus Toxoid Adsorbed Vaccine
Tetanus toxoid adsorbed vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against tetanus toxin, providing active immunity against tetanus infection.
Tetanus toxoid adsorbed vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against tetanus toxin, providing active immunity against tetanus infection. Used for Active immunization against tetanus, Tetanus prophylaxis and booster immunization.
At a glance
| Generic name | Tetanus Toxoid Adsorbed Vaccine |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Genentech, Inc. |
| Drug class | Toxoid vaccine |
| Target | Tetanus toxin (tetanospasmin) |
| Modality | Biologic |
| Therapeutic area | Immunology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
The vaccine contains inactivated tetanus toxin (toxoid) adsorbed onto an aluminum salt adjuvant, which enhances the immune response. When administered, it triggers B and T cell responses that generate protective antibodies (antitoxins) against tetanus toxin produced by Clostridium tetani. This provides long-term immunity against tetanus disease.
Approved indications
- Active immunization against tetanus
- Tetanus prophylaxis and booster immunization
Common side effects
- Local injection site reactions (pain, erythema, swelling)
- Fever
- Myalgia
- Headache
- Fatigue
Key clinical trials
- Single-Dose HPV Vaccination for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer in Young Adult Women in Costa Rica, The PRISMA ESCUDDO Trial (PHASE4)
- A Phase I Clinical Trial of Absorbed Acellular Pertussis (Two-Component) Diphtheria-Tetanus Combined Vaccine (For Adults and Adolescents) (PHASE1)
- Immunosuppression and COVID-19 Boosters (PHASE3)
- Phase I/II Clinical Trial of Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (Reduced Dose) Vaccine (PHASE1, PHASE2)
- A Study on the Immune Response and Safety of a Multicomponent Shigella Vaccine in Preventing Shigellosis in Infants (PHASE2)
- Ibrutinib as an Immune Modulating Agent for Patients With Asymptomatic, High-risk CLL/SLL Risk Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (PHASE2)
- Phase 3 Study of BK1310 in Healthy Infants (PHASE3)
- Confirmatory Study of BK1310 in Healthy Infants (PHASE3)
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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