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A member asked:
How long till the tetanus immunization shot wears off ? i took mine 6 years ago. do i still have time ?
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Usually 10 yrs: We generally recommend a tetanus booster every 10 years to adults that have completed their primary series.Some who work in higher risk areas like landscaping or who garden a lot may choose to do so every 5 years. Someone with a "dirty " wound is often boosted if it has been more than 5 yrs.
Answered 5/24/2013
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