What Medications Should Be Avoided Before The COVID-19 Vaccine?
COVID-19Common questionWhat 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.
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 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