Prescription
Vaccine (combination vaccine)
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis and Poliomyelitis vaccine
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
This is a combination vaccine (injection) that helps your body build protection against four serious diseases — diphtheria, tetanus (lock jaw), pertussis (whooping cough), and poliomyelitis (polio). It works by teaching your immune system to recognize and fight these infections without actually causing the diseases.
What is it used for?
Prevention of diphtheria (throat infection that can block breathing)tetanus (lock jaw)whooping cough (severe cough that can last months)polio (disease that can cause permanent paralysis)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.