Shan 5 Information

Shan 5 is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Shan 5 also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Shan 5 depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Shan 5 also has some side effects, the most common being Erythema, Tenderness to touch, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Shan 5 side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Shan 5 normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Shan 5 is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Shan 5's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Shan 5 can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Shan 5 in conditions like Infections. The section on Shan 5 contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Shan 5 have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Shan 5 is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Shan 5 Benefits & Uses
Shan 5 Dosage & How to Take
Shan 5 Side Effects
Shan 5 Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Shan 5 with Other Drugs
Shan 5 Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Shan 5
Shan 5 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Shan 5 Benefits & Uses

Shan 5 is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Shan 5 Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tetanus Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 doses of 0.5 mL IM 4 to 6 weeks apart followed by a third dose of 0.5 mL after 6 to 12 months later
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tetanus Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 doses of 0.5 mL 4 to 6 weeks apart followed by a third dose of 0.5 mL after 6 to 12 months later, above 7 years old can take
Adult	Disease: Tetanus Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 doses of 0.5 mL IM 4 to 6 weeks apart followed by a third dose of 0.5 mL after 6 to 12 months later
Geriatric	Disease: Tetanus Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 doses of 0.5 mL IM 4 to 6 weeks apart followed by a third dose of 0.5 mL after 6 to 12 months later

Shan 5 Related Warnings

Is the use of Shan 5 safe for pregnant women?

Shan 5 can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Shan 5, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Shan 5 safe during breastfeeding?

Shan 5 does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Shan 5 on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Shan 5 on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Shan 5 on the Liver?

Shan 5 does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Shan 5 on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Shan 5 for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Shan 5 with Other Drugs

Shan 5 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Prednisolone

Cisplatin

Cyclosporin

Paclitaxel

Vinblastine

Prednisolone

Hydrocortisone

Betamethasone

Shan 5 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Shan 5 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Bleeding
Agammaglobulinemia
Cancer
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Shan 5

Is this Shan 5 habit forming or addictive?

Shan 5 does not cause addiction.

Shan 5 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Shan 5

Taking Shan 5 with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Shan 5

Information about the interaction of Shan 5 and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 925

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adacel (tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid and acellular pertussis vaccine adsorbed )

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 924-925

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1433

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