Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine Injectable Suspension (COVID-19 VACCINE (JANSSEN) - INJECTION)

Instructions

This medicine is given as an injection into a muscle.

This medicine should be given by a trained health care provider.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.

Generic Name: Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine

Cautions

This medicine is not recommended for use in children younger than 18.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Speak with your health care provider before receiving any vaccinations.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

• lack of energy and tiredness
• fever
• headaches
• pain, redness, swelling near injection
• muscle pain
• nausea

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

• severe or persistent abdominal pain
• bleeding or bruising
• chest pain
• dizziness
• swelling of the legs, feet, and hands
• fainting
• numbness or tingling in hands and feet
• severe or persistent headache
• small red, purple or brown spots on the skin
• rapid heartbeat
• seizures
• shortness of breath
• difficulty speaking
• difficulty swallowing
• unsteadiness while walking
• blurring or changes of vision
• weakness
• sudden or unexplained weight gain

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.