Is It Safe To Take Aspirin While Receiving The COVID-19 Vaccine?

Is it safe to take aspirin while taking the COVID-19 vaccine?

• If you take daily aspirin for cardiovascular or cerebrovascular protection do not skip your aspirin because of your COVID vaccine

Vaccines and Pain/Fever Medicines

Should you avoid pain relievers before getting the COVID-19 vaccine?

Because of this uncertainty, both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommend avoiding pain relievers and fever reducers before getting any vaccine.

Why You Should Avoid Pain Relievers Before Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine

What happens if you take Tylenol before the COVID-19 vaccine?

Studies have shown that Tylenol (acetaminophen) and NSAIDs might have some effect on how the immune system works, but we don't know if this would cause COVID-19 vaccines to be less effective. To be extra cautious, it's best to avoid taking OTC pain relievers before you get your shot.

Why You Should Avoid Pain Relievers Before Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine

What medications should be avoided before the COVID-19 vaccine?

It is not recommended you take over-the-counter medicine – such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen – before vaccination for the purpose of trying to prevent vaccine-related side effects.

Preparing for Your COVID-19 Vaccination