Tetanus is used as a preventive vaccine against the tetanus disease caused by bacteria usually found in the soil and dust and enters the body through deep wounds or scratches where the vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies that are able to resist toxins that bacteria secrete and thus prevent severe muscle spasms and serious complications associated with this disease and is one of the basic vaccinations that are given within programs Periodic immunization to ensure long -term protection.
The Tetanus vaccine is usually given in the form of muscle injection and the person needs stimulant doses every several years to maintain the required immunity level. It is also advised to take the dose in the event of contaminated or deep wounds, especially in areas that may contain an environment suitable The right time.