The vaccine should be shaken before use to homogenize the suspension. It should be injected intramuscularly or deep subcutaneously. A sterile needle and sterile syringe should be used for each injection.
Immunization schedule: TT immunization for the prevention of tetanus/neonatal tetanus consist of two primary doses of 0.5 ml given intramuscularly or deep subcutaneously at least four weeks apart followed by the third dose 6 months later. To maintain the immunity of women against tetanus through the child bearing period, five doses are recommended. The fourth dose should be given at least one year after the third dose, and the fifth dose should be given at least one year after the fourth dose. TT immunization can be administered safely during pregnancy even during the first trimester.
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