Daptacel
Daptacel (pronounced dap-ta-cel) is a brand name for a combination vaccine used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis in children.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as "dap-ta-cel".
Etymology
The term "Daptacel" is a brand name and does not have a known etymology.
Definition
Daptacel is a vaccine used to prevent three major diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough). It is part of the routine immunization schedule for children and is given in a series of five doses.
Usage
Daptacel is used to immunize children against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. It is typically administered in a series of five doses at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years of age.
Related Terms
- Vaccine: A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases.
- Diphtheria: A serious bacterial infection that affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose.
- Tetanus: A serious bacterial disease that affects the nervous system, leading to painful muscle contractions.
- Pertussis: Also known as whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory tract infection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Daptacel
- Wikipedia's article - Daptacel
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