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Medicines meningococcal groups A, C, W-135 and Y conjugate vaccineQuestion & answer

meningococcal groups A, C, W-135 and Y conjugate vaccine · Medicine question

Why does Nimenrix contain tetanus toxoid?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Tetanus toxoid acts as a carrier that improves immune recognition of the meningococcal sugars. It does not replace routine tetanus immunisation.

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