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Sars-cov-2 (covid-19) ad26 vaccine, recombinant Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 12, 2023.

Applies to sars-cov-2 (covid-19) ad26 vaccine, recombinant: intramuscular suspension.

Becoming infected with COVID-19 is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; dizziness, weakness, fast heartbeats; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

An allergic reaction is more likely to occur within a few minutes to 1 hour after you receive the vaccine. You will be treated quickly if you have a reaction.

Becoming infected with COVID-19 is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine.

Some people had blood clots 1 to 2 weeks after receiving this vaccine. Seek medical attention right away if you have:

Some people receiving this vaccine had nervous system problems within 42 days after receiving this vaccine, but the risk of this side effect is very low. Seek medical attention right away if you have:

Capillary leak syndrome is a rare but serious side effect. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of this condition: stuffy or runny nose followed by tiredness, thirst, decreased urination, trouble breathing, and sudden swelling or weight gain.

Not all possible side effects are known. Common side effects may include:

Other side effects, mild or serious, may occur with more widespread use of COVID-19 vaccine.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may also use a smartphone-based program called V-safe to communicate with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) about any health problems you have after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine: www.cdc.gov/vsafe.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.