A: You should probably get a tetanus shot in this case
This regimen consists of the following: tetanus booster (if not up to date); gram positive antibiotic therapy (usually Cephalexin 500 bid); aspirin (1 full-strength/day) prednisone
If you were not provided with the tetanus shots given post-birth
If a dog bites you, take these steps right away: Wash the wound
Administer tetanus toxoid vaccine for wound prophylaxis if the vaccine history is unknown or if fewer than 3 tetanus toxoid immunizations have been
These are preventative measures
You get the shot in
The tetanus vaccine is part of a combined vaccine that protects against several diseases
Cephalexin Interactions
Determine whether the wound needs stitches
Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment
The vaccines are given at: 8, 12 and 16 weeks – as part of the 6-in-1 vaccine
Co-administration with other vaccines
Less common side effects include swollen lymph nodes, chills and sore joints
He has had a recent tetanus shot, so this will not be necessary
When these bacteria enter the body, they produce a toxin that causes painful muscle contractions
If you get a serious cut and are unsure when your last tetanus booster was, you may be given another tetanus shot just in case
Several vaccines can protect against tetanus, as well as other diseases, such as diphtheria and whooping cough