Moderna's shot contains 100 micrograms of vaccine, more than three times the 30 micrograms in the Pfizer shot. And Pfizer's two doses are given three weeks apart, while Moderna's two-shot regimen is administered with a four-week gap.
What is the difference between Pfizer and Moderna vaccine?
Moderna's shot contains 100 micrograms of vaccine, more than three times the 30 micrograms in the Pfizer shot. And Pfizer's two doses are given three weeks apart, while Moderna's two-shot regimen is administered with a four-week gap.
Can you still get COVID-19 after vaccine?
Most people who get COVID-19 are unvaccinated. However, since vaccines are not 100% effective at preventing infection, some people who are fully vaccinated will still get COVID-19. An infection of a fully vaccinated person is referred to as a “breakthrough infection.”
What are the side effects of the second COVID-19 vaccine?
The most common side effects after the second dose were injection site pain (92.1% reported that it lasted more than 2 hours); fatigue (66.4%); body or muscle aches (64.6%); headache (60.8%); chills (58.5%); joint or bone pain (35.9%); and a temperature of 100° F or higher (29.9%).
How can I get help to submit a report to VAERS (Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System) during the COVID-19 pandemic?
If you need additional help submitting a report, you may call the VAERS toll-free information line at 1-800-822-7967 or send an email to
[email protected]
Who should not get the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?
If you have had a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) or an immediate allergic reaction, even if it was not severe, to any ingredient in an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (such as polyethylene glycol), you should not get an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.
Are the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines interchangeable?
COVID-19 vaccines are not interchangeable. If you received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, you should get the same product for your second shot. You should get your second shot even if you have side effects after the first shot, unless a vaccination provider or your doctor tells you not to get it.
How long does it take to build up immunity to COVID-19 after receiving the vaccine?
COVID-19 vaccines teach our immune systems how to recognize and fight the virus that causes COVID-19. It typically takes a few weeks after vaccination for the body to build protection (immunity) against the virus that causes COVID-19. That means it is possible a person could still get COVID-19 just after vaccination.
Does the COVID-19 vaccine prevent transmission?
Evidence suggests the U.S. COVID-19 vaccination program has substantially reduced the burden of disease in the United States by preventing serious illness in fully vaccinated people and interrupting chains of transmission.
Do I need to wear a mask if I have been vaccinated for COVID-19?
On July 27, 2021, CDC released updated guidance on the need for urgently increasing COVID-19 vaccination coverage and a recommendation for everyone in areas of substantial or high transmission to wear a mask in public indoor places, even if they are fully vaccinated.
What are some side effects of Pfizer Covid booster vaccine?
Pfizer booster shot side-effects The most commonly reported side effects by the clinical trial participants who received the booster dose of the vaccine were pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site, as well as fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain, and chills.
What happens if you don't take the second shot of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Put simply: Not receiving the second vaccine increases your risk of contracting COVID-19.
What are the common side effects of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine?
The most commonly reported side effects were pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain, and fever. Side effects typically started within two days of vaccination and resolved 1-2 day later.
How can I report side effects to Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?
In addition, you can report side effects to ModernaTX, Inc. at 1-866-MODERNA (1-866-663- 3762). You may also be given an option to enroll in v-safe.
What is the COVID-19 vaccine hotline?
Visit the CDC COVID-19 website or call 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).
What is the v-safe hotline for COVID-19?
If you have any questions or problems enrolling in v-safe, you can call CDC-INFO at 800-232-4636 for help.
