Beats 1500IU Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Biological E Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Tetanus Toxoid (1500IU) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Vaccines |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | VACCINES |
| Action Class | Toxoid (Inactivated toxins) |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 326 |
FAQ
What are the symptoms of tetanus? How does Beats 1500IU work?
Tetanus symptoms involve tightening of muscles of the body and causing a locked jaw, thus making it impossible to breathe, open the mouth to eat or swallow. Beats 1500IU works by helping the body produce substances that resist infection from bacteria causing tetanus.
Who should get Beats 1500IU?
Beats 1500IU should be given to everyone, even to children as early as 2 months of age. Booster doses are recommended for everyone almost every 10 years. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts regarding the vaccination.
How long does it take to show signs of tetanus after being exposed?
After being exposed, the incubation period varies from 3 to 21 days, with an average of eight days. The further the injury site is from the central nervous system, the longer the incubation period. The shorter the incubation period, the higher the risk of death.
Is there a cure for tetanus?
There is no cure for tetanus once a person develops symptoms, just supportive treatment and management of complications can be done in a hospital setup. The best way to treat tetanus is its prevention through vaccination or immunization.
What is a booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot?
A booster dose or booster vaccine or booster shot is an additional dose of a vaccine that may have to be administered periodically (usually once every few years) after completing the initial or primary vaccination against certain diseases. This helps to ‘boost’ your immunity against such diseases so that you are adequately protected against them.
What if I miss a dose of Beats 1500IU?
If a scheduled vaccination booster dose of Beats 1500IU is missed, talk to your doctor and arrange another visit as soon as possible.
Is Beats 1500IU a safe vaccine?
Various studies and trials have shown that Beats 1500IU is a safe and effective vaccine. Hence, it has been approved for use and recommended by various medical organizations and doctors all around the world. By preventing life-threatening diseases like tetanus, it has proven to be of immense benefit. Beats 1500IU is also well tolerated. Any side effects that may be seen with this vaccine are usually minor and tend to resolve quickly.
What type of immunity does Beats 1500IU provide?
Beats 1500IU provides artificial active immunity. This type of immunity is generated when a dead or weakened version of the disease enters the body, causing an immune response which includes the production of antibodies. Vaccination with Beats 1500IU helps to prevent the deadly disease, tetanus.
What if you forget to take Beats Injection?
If you miss a dose of Beats 1500IU, please consult your doctor.\n
Beats 1500IU Injection Reviews
Beats 1500IU is used as a vaccination to prevent tetanus (also known as lockjaw). During childhood, four doses are recommended, with a fifth given during adolescence. Additional doses every 10 years are recommended.
Beats 1500IU is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is important that the child receives all the vaccination doses. For the vaccine to be most effective, it is important to get the vaccination booster injection every 10 years.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include reactions at the site of vaccination injection (such as pain, swelling, and redness), fever, and loss of appetite. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
How Beats 1500IU Injection Works
Beats 1500IU is used for vaccination against tetanus. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it does stimulate the body's immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections.
How to Use Beats 1500IU Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Beats 1500IU Injection
- In Prevention of Tetanus: Tetanus causes a locked jaw, thus making it impossible to breathe, open the mouth to eat or swallow. Beats 1500IU prevents tetanus by helping the body produce substances that resist infection from bacteria causing tetanus. Beats 1500IU should be given to everyone, even to children as early as 2 months of age. Vaccination booster doses are recommended for everyone almost every 10 years. After being exposed, the incubation period varies from 3 to 21 days, with an average of eight days. It can be given after exposure too to make sure the individual is safe. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Uses of Beats 1500IU Injection
- Prevention of Tetanus
Beats 1500IU Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Beats 1500IU. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Beats 1500IU does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Beats 1500IU during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Beats 1500IU is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Beats 1500IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Beats 1500IU is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Beats 1500IU is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Beats 1500IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Beats 1500IU is given for the prevention of tetanus infection.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking Beats 1500IU.
- It is to be given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital setting.
- Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any blood disorders before taking Beats 1500IU.
References
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Hiberix [Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Tetanus Toxoid Conjugate)]. Rixensart, Belgium: GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals; 2009 [revised Apr. 2018].
- Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 194-05.
- Mayo Clinic. Tetanus Toxoid (Intramuscular Route, Injection Route).
- Serum Institute of India. Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine Adsorbed [Product Information].