Tetanus is an infection that causes muscle spasms starting from the jaw muscles. That’s why it’s also called lockjaw. The infection is due to the bacterium called Clostridium tetani. They originate in the soil, manure, and even saliva. The bacterium gets to infect living organisms through a break in the skin or a puncture wound.
The bacterium that causes tetanus produces toxins that hamper normal muscular functions. These toxins cause uncontrollable spasms characteristic that is to the disease. If not controlled, the disease can progress and become critical and may even lead to death. The good news is that immunization can help prevent the disease.
Poly-Med Pharmacy, your favorite Pharmacy in Northridge, California, offers immunization services for plenty of diseases. We have shots for diseases like tetanus, meningitis, shingles, pneumonia, and the flu – all of which are preventable! Of course, you’re not always at risk of getting tetanus, but we recommend you get a vaccine on the off chance that you get infected.
As providers of Medication Therapy Management in California, we believe that people should get vaccinated. Especially for diseases that are deadly but otherwise preventable. These vaccines have withstood the test of time and the rigors of the scientific method – ensuring that those who receive them will experience little to no side effects.
Still not convinced? Ask your physician for a consultation on the safety and efficacy of vaccines. If you come by our pharmacy, we’ll also be happy to talk to you more about them. When you’re ready, we will gladly administer the vaccines to you and your family. Oh, and by the way, we have a Drive-Thru Flu Shot if you want something fast.