The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Tenderness at the injection site
- Pain at the injection site
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Feeling unwell
Less Common Side Effects
- Joint pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever
- Redness at the injection site
- Swelling at the injection site
Nuvaxovid serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Inflammation or swelling of the heart: chest pain, shortness of breath, a racing heart
- Serious allergic reaction: trouble breathing; rash; hives; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
When do Nuvaxovid possible side effects begin and end?
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Tenderness at injection site
Headache
Tiredness
Feeling unwell
Source: DailyMed
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The following Nuvaxovid side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Heart muscle inflammation—unusual weakness or fatigue, shortness of breath, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, swelling of the ankles, feet, or hands
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
