TDVAX Side Effects
Generic name: diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 12, 2022.
Note: This document contains side effect information about diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name TDVAX.
Applies to diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid: intramuscular suspension.
Serious side effects of TDVAX
Along with its needed effects, diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid:
Less common
- Fever
- general feeling of discomfort or illness
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
- Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
- burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
- chills
- convulsions
- cough
- difficulty with swallowing
- dizziness
- fainting
- fast heartbeat
- hives
- itching
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- rapid weight gain
- shortness of breath
- skin rash
- swelling or puffiness of the face
- swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
- tightness in the chest
- tingling of the hands or feet
- unusual weight gain or loss
- wheezing
Other side effects of TDVAX
Some side effects of diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Hard lumps, redness, tenderness, or warmth at the injection site
Less common
Incidence not known
- Difficulty with moving
- joint pain
- lack or loss of strength
- muscle aching or cramping
- muscle stiffness
- nausea
- pain in the arms or legs
- swollen joints
- vomiting
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to diphtheria toxoid/tetanus toxoid: intramuscular suspension.
General
The most common adverse events were slight pain at the injection site, crying, fever, and loss of appetite.[Ref]
Other
Very common (10% or more): Crying (15.2%)
Common (1% to 10%): Fever 38C or higher[Ref]
Local
Very common (10% or more): Slight pain at the injection site (11%)
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Redness/swelling 2.5 cm or larger at the injection site, moderate pain at the injection site, hardness 2.5 cm or larger at the injection site
Postmarketing reports: Injection site inflammation, injection site hypersensitivity[Ref]
Metabolic
Common (1% to 10%): Loss of appetite[Ref]
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Dizziness
Postmarketing reports: Convulsion, somnolence, syncope, headache[Ref]
Hematologic
Postmarketing reports: Lymphadenopathy[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Postmarketing reports: Pallor[Ref]
Dermatologic
Postmarketing reports: Rash, urticaria[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Postmarketing reports: Nausea[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. Tetanus-Diphtheria Toxoids, Adult (Td) (tetanus-diphth toxoids (Td) adult/adol). sanofi pasteur. 2022.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.