Why Spikevax?
Some Canadians are still at risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection or severe COVID-19 disease. Vaccinating with Spikevax can help protect you against COVID-19.
How does Spikevax work?
As with any vaccine, Spikevax may not fully protect all those who receive it. Even after you have had the vaccine, continue to follow the recommendations of local public health officials to prevent spread of COVID-19.
Spikevax is now available – find a vaccination site near you
Spikevax® is a vaccine used to prevent the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It can be given to people aged 6 months and older. Search to find a vaccination site near you or talk to your healthcare provider.
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Safety information
Spikevax® is a vaccine used to prevent COVID-19 caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It can be given to people aged 6 months and older.
The safety and effectiveness of Spikevax mRNA vaccine for individuals 6 months of age and older are inferred from studies of a primary series and booster dose, as well as data from studies which evaluated the primary series and booster vaccination with Spikevax.
As with any vaccine, Spikevax may not fully protect all those who receive it. Even after you have had the vaccine, continue to follow the recommendations of local public health officials to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The most common of very common side effects of Spikevax are pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, muscle ache and stiffness, chills, fever, swelling or redness at the injection site, decreased appetite, nausea and/or vomiting, enlarged lymph nodes, hypoesthesia (decreased sense of touch or sensation, numbness) and dizziness. Allergic reactions may also occur.
Vaccination may not be suitable for everyone, so ask your healthcare professional is Spikevax is right for you. Full product information can be found at spikevax.com/pmi. To report an adverse event, please call 1-866-MODERNA (1-866-663-3762).