Prescription
Vaccine (Combined immunization)
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
The pentavalent vaccine is a 5-in-1 injection that protects against five dangerous diseases at once — diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough (pertussis), hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type B (a germ that causes meningitis and pneumonia in children). It works by training the body's immune system to recognize and fight these diseases before they can cause harm.
What is it used for?
Prevention of diphtheria (throat infection that can block breathing)tetanus (lock jaw)whooping cough (severe cough illness in babies)hepatitis B (liver infection)and Haemophilus influenzae type B infections like meningitis (brain infection) and pneumonia (chest infection) in infants and young children
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.