Usual Pediatric Dose for Poliomyelitis Prophylaxis
4 through 6 years old: 0.5 mL intramuscularly once
Usual Pediatric Dose for Diphtheria Prophylaxis
4 through 6 years old: 0.5 mL intramuscularly once
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pertussis Prophylaxis
4 through 6 years old: 0.5 mL intramuscularly once
Usual Pediatric Dose for Tetanus Prophylaxis
4 through 6 years old: 0.5 mL intramuscularly once
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Severe hypersensitivity (e.g. anaphylaxis) to any of the ingredients
Encephalopathy (e.g. coma, decreased consciousness, prolonged seizures) of unknown etiology within 7 days of a pertussis-containing vaccine
Boostrix-IPV(R): Progressive neurologic disorder (including infantile spasms, uncontrolled epilepsy, or progressive encephalopathy) until treatment has been established and the condition stabilized
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 4 or older than 7 years; this drug is not recommended for use in these patients.
To report suspected adverse reactions, contact the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) at: https://vaers.hhs.gov
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
The deltoid muscle of the upper arm is the preferred administration site.
For intramuscular use only; do not administer intravenously, intradermally, or subcutaneously
Storage requirements: Refrigerate; do not freeze.
Reconstitution/preparation techniques: Shake vigorously to obtain a homogenous, turbid, white suspension.
