How much is a tetanus shot in Singapore?
How much is a tetanus shot in Singapore?
Cost of travel vaccinations in Singapore
| Vaccination | Average price per dose before GST (SGD) | Doses |
|---|---|---|
| Polio | $100 | 1 |
| Rabies | $170 | 3 |
| Tetanus | $37 | 1 |
| Typhoid | $30 | 1 |
Can you get a tetanus shot at a pharmacy?
Tetanus shots are available from a range of places, including doctors’ surgeries and pharmacies.
How much do tetanus shots cost?
Pediatric/VFC Vaccine Price List
| Vaccine | Brandname/ Tradename | Private Sector Cost/ Dose |
|---|---|---|
| Tetanus and Diphtheria Toxoids [3] | Tenivac® | $36.14 |
| $36.14 | ||
| Tetanus and Diphtheria Toxoids [3] | TDVAX™ | $25.876 |
| Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid and Acellular Pertussis [1] | Boostrix® | $43.561 |
Is tetanus common in Singapore?
Tetanus is an uncommon but important disease in Singapore. In spite of the availability of intensive care management, it continues to be a disease with significant morbidity and mortality. Early recognition and treatment of the disease are critical factors in determining the prognosis.
How long does tetanus jab last Singapore?
The DTaP vaccination is only given once. However, boosters to protect against tetanus and diphtheria may be required every 10 years, especially for people who travel.
Is whooping cough common in Singapore?
In Singapore, a sharp increase in the incidence of pertussis from an annual average of 4 laboratory confirmed cases to 38 cases was reported in 2007. The highest incidence rate was observed in children under 6 months of age.
How soon do I need a tetanus shot?
You will need a tetanus shot if: Your wound was caused by something that was clean and your last tetanus shot was longer than 10 years ago. Your wound was caused by something that was dirty and your last tetanus shot was longer than 5 years ago.
When do I need a tetanus shot?
At what age is tetanus vaccine given?
the first 3 doses are given as part of the 6-in-1 vaccine at age 8, 12 and 16 weeks. a booster dose is given as part of the 4-in-1 pre-school booster at age 3 years and 4 months. a final dose is given as part of the 3-in-1 teenage booster at age 14.
Is TB vaccination compulsory in Singapore?
The childhood immunisation programme in Singapore offers vaccination against tuberculosis; hepatitis B; diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus (DPT); poliomyelitis; and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). Only diphtheria and measles immunisations are compulsory by law.
