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Tetanus Vaccine Administration%u2022 5 doses required%u2022 First 3 doses: 1 month apart%u2022 1st booster: 10 years after primary course%u2022 2nd booster: 10 years after first boosterFor Adults (not previously immunized):%u2022 5 doses required%u2022 First 3 doses: 1 month apart%u2022 1st booster: 3 years after primary course%u2022 2nd booster: 10 years after first booster%u2022 Can be given as combined diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis vaccineFor Children under 10 (not previously immunized):%u2022 Dirty wound? %u2192 Immunoglobulins%u2022 Check immunization status %u2192 Vaccine if needed%u2022 High risk of infection? %u2192 AntibioticsKey Points to Remember:
