What Is The Safest Medicine To Take After The COVID-19 Vaccine?
COVID-19Common questionWhat is the safest medicine to take after the COVID-19 vaccine?Helpful Tips to Relieve Side Effects Talk to a doctor about taking over-the-counter medicine, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, aspirin (only for people age 18 or older), or antihistamines for any pain and discomfort experienced after getting vaccinated.
Can you take Tylenol after the COVID-19 vaccine?
This is recommended by experts because it can help ease the side effects you might experience. The reactions you might have after the shot are a sign your immune system has already started responding to the vaccine, so taking Tylenol or Advil shouldn't interfere with it.
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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
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What are some medications that are safe to take with the COVID-19 vaccine?
Taking one of the following medications is not, on its own, a reason to avoid getting your COVID-19 vaccination:• Over-the-counter medications (non-prescription)• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (naproxen, ibuprofen, aspirin, etc.)• Acetaminophen (Tylenol, etc.)
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What pain medication can I take after the COVID-19 vaccine?
The Centers for Disease Control says that you can take over-the-counter pain medicine, such as ibuprofen (like Advil), aspirin, antihistamines or acetaminophen (like Tylenol), if you have side effects after getting vaccinated for Covid. As with any medication, the CDC recommends talking to your doctor first.
CDC: Safe to take Tylenol or OTC pain medications after Covid vaccine