Pfizer-Biont COVID-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine) belongs to a group of medications known as vaccines. It is used in people 12 years of age and older to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
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Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine) is given as an intramuscular (into the upper arm) injection. Once prepared, the volume of the dose is 0.3 mL. Two injections are needed to provide protection from the virus. The second dose must be given 21 days after the first dose.
Based on information from clinical trials, the vaccine was 95% effective in providing protection against COVID-19 infection beginning 1 week after the second dose.
It is important this vaccine be given exactly as recommended by your health care professional. If you miss an appointment to receive this vaccine, contact your health care professional as soon as possible to reschedule your appointment. All vaccines should be added to your immunization record.
This vaccine requires specific and extreme storage conditions. It must be kept frozen between -80°C to -60°C and protected from light, until ready for use. It will be stored, supplied and administered by a health care professional.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine) with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Be sure to mention any side effect to your doctor, as it may mean that you are allergic to the vaccine. If so, it would not be safe for you to have more doses of the same type of vaccine.
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine).
Each vial of white-to-off-white, sterile, preservative-free, frozen suspension for intramuscular injection, contains a nucleoside-modified messenger RNA (modRNA) encoding the viral spike glycoprotein (S) of SARS-CoV-2. Nonmedicinal ingredients: ALC-0315 = ((4-hydroxybutyl)azanediyl)bis(hexane-6,1-diyl)bis(2-hexyldecanoate), ALC-0159 = 2-[(polyethylene glycol)-2000]-N,N-ditetradecylacetamide, 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine, cholesterol, dibasic sodium phosphate dihydrate, monobasic potassium phosphate, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, sucrose, and water for injection.
Do not take Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine) if you are allergic to any ingredients of the medication.
Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. In many cases, interactions are intended or are managed by close monitoring. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine).
Allergic reactions: Rarely, this vaccine may cause severe allergic reactions If you notice the signs of a Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) (hives; trouble breathing or swallowing; or swelling of the lips, face, throat, or tongue), get medical attention immediately.
If you have had an allergic reaction with your first dose of the COIVD-19 vaccine, discuss this with your health care professional prior to receiving the second dose.
Bleeding: People with bleeding disorders, or those who are taking anticoagulants (blood thinners), may experience bruising after receiving an intramuscular injection. Tell your doctor about any bleeding problems you may have and discuss with your doctor how Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Immune system: As with any vaccine, this vaccine may not be as effective for people with a weakened immune system (such as those who are on chemotherapy, who have had an organ transplant, have autoimmune diseases or who have HIV).
Other illness: If you have a high fever or other illness, discuss with your doctor about rescheduling your appointment to receive this vaccine after you have recovered. It is advisable to wait to receive this vaccine if you have an acute, severe illness with fever.
Vaccine protection: It usually takes 7 days after the second dose of the vaccine to develop protection against COVID-19 infection. As with any vaccine, this vaccine may not fully protect all people who receive it.
Pregnancy: This vaccine should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you discover you may have been pregnant when you received Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if this vaccine passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Pfizer-Biont Covid-19 Vac (Covid-19-vaccine), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of this vaccine have not been determined for children and adolescents under the age of 12.
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