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Indications Routine immunization (children & adults) Booster doses Wound management (injury with risk of tetanus) During pregnancy (to prevent neonatal tetanus) Immunization Schedule In Children Given as part of: DTaP / Pentavalent vaccine In Adults Booster every 10 years In Pregnancy 2 doses during pregnancy (if not previously immunized) Dose & Route 0.5 mL Intramuscular (IM) injection Usually in deltoid muscle (adults) Side Effects Common: Pain at injection site Redness Mild swelling Low-grade fever Rare: Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) Neurological reactions (very rare) Wound Management If a patient comes with a deep wound: Doctor evaluates: Immunization history Type of wound If vaccination incomplete Tetanus toxoid + Tetanus immunoglobulin may be given
Haematological symptoms often appear first and include: Persistent tiredness and weakness that doesn't improve with rest Breathlessness, even with minimal exertion Pale or jaundiced (yellowish) skin Heart palpitations or rapid heartbeat Neurological and cognitive symptoms may develop alongside or independently of anaemia: Pins and needles sensation (paraesthesia), typically in hands and feet Difficulty walking or problems with balance Memory problems or difficulty concentrating Mood changes, including depression or irritability Glossitis (sore, red tongue) or mouth ulcers In severe or prolonged deficiency, more serious neurological complications can occur, including peripheral neuropathy, subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord, and cognitive impairment
Vitamin B12 injections are also gaining in popularity and availability
These injections belong to different and unique brand names and are manufactured by reliable and trusted organizations which are mentioned below
