Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio and haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) vaccine

The DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine is publicly funded, making it free as a part of the routine New Brunswick Immunization Schedule for children. It is given as an injection in the child’s thigh or upper arm.

Multiple vaccines can be administered at the same time. This means earlier protection against multiple diseases and fewer appointments. Receiving multiple vaccines at the same time does not compromise the effectiveness of each vaccine.

All children in New Brunswick should receive the vaccine at two, four and six months of age. Your child should receive a booster dose of DTaP-IPV-Hib at 18 months of age.

The DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine is the best way to protect against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio and Hib. These diseases can cause serious illness and complications, including death. When your child is immunized, they help protect others as well.

The vaccine should not be given if your child had a severe allergic reaction to the vaccine in the past or is allergic to any of the ingredients of the vaccine or its container.

Inform your immunization provider if your child has any health problems or allergies.

Reactions are generally mild and last one to two days. The most common reactions include soreness, redness and/or swelling where the vaccine was given. Some children may experience a fever, crankiness, drowsiness or loss of appetite.

Larger areas of redness and swelling are more common following the booster dose at 18 months. These generally do not interfere with normal activity. For mild reactions, a cold compress at the injection site may reduce discomfort.  Ask a health-care provider what medicine is best to reduce fever.

With any vaccine there is an extremely rare possibility (less than one in a million people) of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. For this reason, it is important to remain in the clinic for 15 minutes after your child receives the vaccine. Signs of this reaction may include rash, difficulty breathing or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. This reaction can be treated. Seek immediate medical attention if you have left the vaccination site and develop serious symptoms described.

If your child experiences unusual reactions to the vaccine or you have any questions or concerns, please contact your primary care provider, pharmacy, Public Health office or Tele-Care (811). 

This vaccine is provided through your local Public Health office or primary health-care provider.

Vaccination records for people aged 16 and older are available by registering online at MyHealthNB. To access your immunization record, please register or sign in to your account.

The paper record of immunization provided when vaccinated will continue to be the official record. Keep your immunization record in a safe place.

If the information on your record is incorrect or you received immunizations outside of New Brunswick and want them added, send an email to [email protected].

Immunizations administered prior to 1991 may not be readily accessible in MyHealthNB.  If your vaccination record is not available at MyHealthNB, contact the place you received your vaccines.