Is the Flu Vaccine Safe?

kpprx1 • February 27, 2017

Seasonal flu vaccines have a very good safety track record. Although there are possible side-effects to vaccination, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration closely monitor the safety of seasonal flu vaccines.

  • Possible mild side effects usually begin soon after vaccination and last 1-2 days.

Mild side effects of the flu shot include:

  • Soreness, redness, and swelling at the injection site
  • Fainting, mainly in adolescents
  • Headaches, fever, nausea

Mild side effects of the nasal spray include:

  • Runny nose
  • Wheezing
  • Headache, fever, nausea
  • Muscle aches
  • Possible serious side effects below usually begin within a few minutes to hours. Immediate medical attention is required if any of these occur after vaccination.
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Hoarseness
  • Swelling around the eyes or lips
  • Hives
  • Paleness
  • Weakness
  • Racing heart
  • Dizziness
  • Behavior changes
  • High fever

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