To achieve lifelong protection against tetanus, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a specific vaccination schedule involving multiple doses. Here's a breakdown of the tetanus injection rule:
The complete tetanus vaccination schedule, as recommended by the WHO, consists of:
- Primary Series: 3 doses
- Booster Doses: 3 doses
Tetanus Vaccination Schedule Details
The WHO recommends a total of 6 doses of tetanus toxoid-containing vaccine (TTCV) for lifelong protection.
- The 3-dose primary series should begin as early as 6 weeks of age.
- Subsequent doses should be given with a minimum interval of 4 weeks between doses.
| Dose | Timing |
|---|---|
| Primary 1 | Starting as early as 6 weeks of age |
| Primary 2 | Minimum of 4 weeks after Primary 1 |
| Primary 3 | Minimum of 4 weeks after Primary 2 |
| Booster 1 | Follow national guidelines |
| Booster 2 | Follow national guidelines |
| Booster 3 | Follow national guidelines |
