Human papillomavirus vaccine Side Effects
Brand Names: Cervarix, Gardasil
Please note - some side effects for Human papillomavirus vaccine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.
Side Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals
Local
Local side effects have included injection site pain, swelling, erythema, and pruritus.
Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and toothache.
General
General side effects have included fever, dizziness, malaise, and insomnia. Postmarketing reports have included asthenia and fatigue.
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects have included cough, nasal congestion, nasopharyngitis, and upper respiratory tract infection.
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal side effects have included myalgia and arthralgia.
TopMore Human papillomavirus vaccine resources
- human papillomavirus vaccine Intramuscular Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Cervarix Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Cervarix Consumer Overview
- Cervarix Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Cervarix MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
- Gardasil Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Gardasil Consumer Overview
- Gardasil MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
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