Tetanus Injection after bites and cuts
Who do I see?
Practice Nurse or GP/ANP
Advice:
If you are not immunised or up-to-date with boosters then an injection of vaccine is usually advised
If you are up-to-date with tetanus immunisations then you do not need a tetanus vaccine.
It is recommended that a person requires only five doses of the vaccination in a lifetime. You would then be considered to have immunity.
If the wound is contaminated and particularly dirty please book a GP or ANP appointment or go to the Minor Injures clinic or A&E