CERTIVA

Drug Name: CERTIVA

CERTIVA DESCRIPTION:
DIPHTHERIA/TETANUS/PERTUSSIS VACCINE - INJECTION (dip-THEER-ee-uh/TET-un-us/per-TUSS-iss vack-SEEN)

COMMON CERTIVA BRAND NAME(S):
Acel-Imune, Tri-Immunol, Tripedia

CERTIVA SIDE EFFECTS:
Most common is redness, warmth, swelling or pain at the injection site beginning within 3 days. For several weeks, it may be possible to feel a firm, hard spot at the injection site. Mild fever, irritability, vomiting, loss of appetite, sleepiness, weakness, runny nose, diarrhea may last 1-7 days. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if any of the following occur: high fever, persistent inconsolable crying (beginning within 48 hours of the shot and lasting longer than 3 hours), seizure, collapse, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE CERTIVA:
CERTIVA: CERTIVA is given by injection by a health care professional. It is usually given in the upper arm or in the upper thigh. The recommended vaccination schedule is a dose at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months and 15 or 18 months with a booster dose at prior to entering school at 4-6 years of age.

CERTIVA USES:
CERTIVA is given to provide protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis diseases in children from 2 months of age up to seven years of age.

CERTIVA PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other illnesses or infections, blood disorders, seizure disorders, any allergies. This vaccine should not be administered to adults or to children 7 years of age or older. This vaccination should not be used in persons who have had a previous reaction to pertussis vaccine or who have recovered from pertussis illness.

CERTIVA DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: steroids (e.g., prednisone), cancer chemotherapy drugs, immunosuppressants, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

CERTIVA OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

CERTIVA NOTES:
There are various combinations of vaccines available. Based on previous reactions to vaccines, your health care professional will determine the most appropriate one for your child. Inform your doctor of any previous reactions to any vaccines. Discuss the risks and benefits of vaccination with your health care provider.

MISSED CERTIVA DOSE:
It is important to receive each vaccination as scheduled. Be sure to make a note of when the vaccination was last given for your medical record.

CERTIVA STORAGE:
CERTIVA is stored in the refrigerator as directed.