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
- Pain, soreness, or tenderness at the injection site (60-77%)
- Swelling at injection site (20-40%)
- Headache (18%)
- Redness at injection site (16-35%)
- Fatigue (13-18%)
- Muscle pain (12-17%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Upper respiratory infections
- Sore throat
- Itching
- Bruising
Pneumovax 23 serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious allergic reactions: hives, dizziness, fever, rash, shaking, itching, nausea, flushing, shortness of breath, chest pain
Source: DailyMed
The following Pneumovax 23 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
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Chills
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
- Unusual weakness or fatigue
