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DPT diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis vaccine).
DPT 1
abbr.
diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus (vaccine)
DPT 2 (dp-t)
n.
Dipropyltryptamine; a hallucinogenic drug similar to DMT.
diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis vaccine (DPT),
an active immunizing agent.
indications It is prescribed for the routine immunization of children less than 6 years of age against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis.
contraindications Immunosuppressive therapy, active infection, or neurologic disorders prohibit its use.
adverse effect The most serious adverse reaction is anaphylaxis.


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