Received Two Tetanus Shots Within 24 Hours. Safe?

Posted on Wed, 25 Sep 2013

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Question : I inadvertently received TWO tetanus shots within 24 hours...is this a problem??

The reason for getting a tetanus shot was because I was bitten by a dog. The dog did not have rabies but I was advised to get a tetanus shot.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hello Mrs XXXXXXX

Thank you for the question.

I can understand your concern.

No is the simple answer, do not be worried, it is alright if you got two shots of tetanus vaccine. Nothing will happen.

But be sure to check on the dog to see how it is doing.

If the dog starts acting strange then revert back to your doctor for anti rabies vaccination.

Hope this answers your question. Please write back if you have anything further to discuss.

Wishing you good health.

Warm regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (58 minutes later)

Thank you. You answered my question and made me happy.

I was assured by the Animal Shelter that the dog DID have its rabies shots. So I am good. Thank you again. I feel so relieved.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Happy to be of help.

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for writing back to tell me that you are happy.

I am happy to be of help.

All the best and take care.

PS.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar