Vaccine · Malaysia
Tdap Vaccine
Adults need a tetanus/diphtheria booster every 10 years. Tdap is preferred at least once in adulthood, especially for pregnant women (each pregnancy), new
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Available at participating Elab partner clinics across Malaysia.
About this vaccine
Combined vaccine protecting against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough). Adult booster that also reduces spread of pertussis to infants.
Why people take this
Adults need a tetanus/diphtheria booster every 10 years. Tdap is preferred at least once in adulthood, especially for pregnant women (each pregnancy), new parents, grandparents, and anyone in close contact with babies.
Why doctors recommend this
One dose of Tdap, then Td or Tdap booster every 10 years. Pregnant women: one dose between 16–36 weeks each pregnancy. Important if it has been more than 10 years since your last tetanus shot.
Certification you may receive
NPRA Malaysia registered (e.g. Boostrix, Adacel)