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I had taken a single tetanus booster in june 2019 .so wanted to know is it enough to safeguard me against the infection. All the other vaccinations were in childhood. And how long will this be effective. Actually im confused some say 6 months and some say 5 years.
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Hi Lybrate User, 5 years.
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Yes its safe for you, no more tt required at present.
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Yes it's enough to safeguard yourself.
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You are immune or 5 years and if you get injury again, it is ideal to take one TT as it will act as a booster and protect you better
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