Adacel
Adacel (pronounced: /ˈædəsɛl/) is a brand name for a combination vaccine used to prevent tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). The name "Adacel" is derived from the combination of the words "Adult" and "acellular", referring to the type of vaccine it is.
Etymology
The term "Adacel" is a portmanteau of "Adult" and "acellular". "Adult" refers to the age group for which the vaccine is intended, while "acellular" refers to the type of pertussis vaccine used, which is made from selected portions of the pertussis bacteria rather than the whole cell.
Usage
Adacel is used to boost protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis in people aged 10 to 64 years old. It is typically given as a single dose to individuals who have previously been vaccinated against these diseases.
Composition
Adacel contains the following active ingredients:
- Tetanus Toxoid
- Diphtheria Toxoid
- Acellular Pertussis Vaccine
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adacel
- Wikipedia's article - Adacel
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