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Infant 5-in-1 - Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis, Hib
This vaccine protects children against 5 diseases:
Diphtheria is a highly contagious infection that affects the nose and throat, and sometimes the skin. Diphtheria can be a serious illness and sometimes fatal, especially in children, if it is not treated quickly.
Tetanus is a serious, life-threatening condition caused by bacteria getting into a wound.
Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus that can spread from person to person and cause paralysis.
Whooping cough (pertussis) is - a highly infectious disease that affects the airways. It causes severe coughing that may lead to problems with breathing. The coughing often has a ‘whooping’ sound.
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacteria which can cause very serious illnesses, particularly in young children, such as meningitis, septicaemia (blood poisoning) and pneumonia.
The Vaccine
Who can have this vaccine?
Children aged bewteen 2 months up and 3 years old. It is not suitable for children over 3 years.
Doses required
3 doses
- There should be at least 4 weeks between doses. The NHS schedule provides this vaccine at age 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 16 weeks.
- A booster dose of Hib (given in a combination vaccine with Men C) should be given at 12 months.
Price
Price per dose
Total for all doses
£95
£285
How is it given?
This is an injection in the upper arm or thigh.
Other information
Patient Leaflet
Please refer to the patient leaflet for full information on this vaccine: