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Mom of a 6 yr 8 m old girl4 years ago

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#asktheexpert do below 5 year kids need a separate tt injection in case of any injury or will the Dpt vaccine be enough?

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. DPT vaccine will be sufficient since it will be having tetanus toxoid also in the combination for babies below age of 5 years even if baby is having any injury .

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