Diphtheria toxoid/haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine/pertussis, acellular/poliovirus vaccine, inactivated/tetanus toxoid Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings
Diphtheria toxoid/haemophilus b conjugate (prp-t) vaccine/pertussis, acellular/poliovirus vaccine, inactivated/tetanus toxoid is also known as: Pentacel
Overview
Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine is not approved for use in adults. It is not known if Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine can cause harm to the fetus. If you use Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine and become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine while you are pregnant. It is not known if Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding and use Diphtheria Toxoid, Tetanus Toxoid, Acellular Pertussis, Inactivated Polio, and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine , check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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