What it is used for

BOOSTRIX is indicated for booster vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis of individuals aged four years and older.

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Intramuscular
• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Do not Freeze
• Refrigerate
• Lifetime is 3 Years.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Turbid liquid with slow settling white deposit, and a colourless supernatant. The precipitate is easily resuspended when shaken.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine may be subsidised which may make it cheaper. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient diphtheria + tetanus + pertussis 3 component vaccine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.