Pentacel

Drug Details

This vaccine is used to help prevent diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), pertussis (whooping cough), polio, and Haemophilus influenzae B infection. Vaccination is the best way to protect against these life-threatening infections. This vaccine works by increasing the body's natural defense (immunity) against the bacteria/virus. This vaccine is usually given to children between 6 weeks and 4 years old. Vaccines may not fully protect everyone who receives them.