Common Questions about Boostrix

What’s the difference between Tdap, DTaP, DT, and Td?

Tdap, DTaP, DT, and Td are all vaccines that protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and/or pertussis (whooping cough). The upper-case letters in these abbreviations indicate that the vaccine contains a full-strength dose, whereas the lower-case letters indicate lower doses (reduced diphtheria toxoid, tetanus toxoid, and acellular pertussis components). Young children need full-strength vaccines (DTaP and DT) to build protection, while older children and adults need lower-strength vaccines (Tdap and Td) for continued protection. Tdap and DTaP vaccines protect against all three diseases (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis). DT and Td vaccines protect against two diseases (tetanus and diphtheria).

What’s the difference between Boostrix and Adacel?

Both Boostrix and Adacel are Tdap vaccines. Boostrix is for people 10 years of age and older and Adacel is for people 10 to 64 years of age. In addition, Boostrix contains latex while Adacel does not, so Adacel may be a better choice for people with a latex allergy.

What is the routine vaccination recommended by the CDC to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis?

The CDC recommends all children get 5 doses of DTaP (or DT if they cannot receive the acellular pertussis vaccine) during childhood. Adolescents should get a single dose of Tdap at 11-12 years of age. Pregnant women should get Tdap during the third trimester. Adults who have never received this vaccine before should get a single dose of Tdap as soon as possible (regardless of when they last got the Td vaccine). Following this, a booster dose of Td or Tdap is recommended for adults every 10 years.

Where can I get Boostrix?

Boostrix is an injectable vaccine that is given by a healthcare provider in a medical clinic or pharmacy. The vaccine is injected into your shoulder muscle. This is not a vaccine that you can bring home and give to yourself or others in your family.

What is the price of Boostrix without insurance?

Without insurance, Boostrix can be as high as $105.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $52.01 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Boostrix with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Boostrix—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Boostrix. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.