Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio Vaccine
The DTP vaccine protects against diphtheria, tetanus and polio. These are serious diseases that can be life-threatening.
Common Symptoms
Diphtheria: Difficulty breathing, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, chills fever bluish skin and sore throat
Tetanus: Muscle spasms, seizure, headache, fever, changes in blood pressure or increased heart rate
Poliomyelitis: Fatigue, fever, headache, vomiting, stiffness in neck and pain in the limbs
Administration
Administration of this vaccine is given as a single dose and will protect you for approx 10 years
Transmission
Diphtheria: Person to person (sneezing, coughing or direct contact with an infected person)
Tetanus: Transmission is generally through a cut or a wound
Poliomyelitis: Person to person or ingested of contaminated food
Preventing Infection
Take hygiene measures (washing hands), avoid people with respiratory illness and avoid sharing personal items
DTP vaccine
Take the first step towards a healthier you with personalised support from our expert team.
Travel vaccination at Westerhailes Pharmacy are normally given on the day of appointment, if you need further information about the service call or pop in store.
