ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
Information about ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
Chadox1 ncov-19 corona virus vaccine (recombinant) uses
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) is used to prevent Coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
How chadox1 ncov-19 corona virus vaccine (recombinant) works
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) contains a non-replicating virus (a weakened chimpanzee adenovirus that causes common cold), that is genetically engineered to produce coronavirus proteins in the body, but the virus is weakened and cannot cause the disease. It provides active immunization against Covid-19 infection that helps you fight the virus if exposed. This means there is a reduced risk of developing the illness and its consequences.
Common side effects of chadox1 ncov-19 corona virus vaccine (recombinant)
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Muscle pain, Joint pain, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Fatigue, Feeling of discomfort, Fever, Chills, Flu-like symptoms
Available Medicine for ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
Expert advice for ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
- ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) is a 2-dose vaccination regimen. The second dose is administered between 12 to 16 weeks after the first dose.
- ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) is usually given into the muscle (intramuscularly) of the upper arm.
- Getting vaccinated is voluntary. However, it is advisable to complete the vaccination schedule to restrict the spread of the virus.
- Do get vaccinated even if you have recovered from COVID-19 infection in the past, as this will help in developing a stronger immune response.
- Have a proper meal before visiting the vaccination site. Do not get vaccinated on an empty stomach.
- Individuals with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection should defer vaccination for 14 days after symptoms resolution as they may increase the risk of spreading the infection to others at the vaccination site.
- A minimum interval of 14 days should be maintained between the administration of any other vaccine. However, if the benefits of vaccination outweigh the potential unknown risks of vaccine coadministration, COVID-19 and other vaccines may be administered within a shorter period (e.g., tetanus vaccine, rabies vaccine, etc.)
- You may be observed at the vaccination center itself to guard against any immediate allergic reaction or side effect.
- In addition to vaccination, observe other control measures such as social distancing, mask donning, and hand-washing.
- ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) is currently not meant to be administered in children as safety and efficacy are not yet established.
Frequently asked questions for ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant)
Q. Can ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) be given to children?
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) trials for children are still underway. So, enough evidence is not available to recommend its use in children yet. This is because the morbidity and mortality rate is higher in the older population, particularly those older than 50 years of age. Both the available vaccines, ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Corona Virus Vaccine (Recombinant) as well as Covaxin have not been studied for safety and effectiveness in the children/pediatric population so far. Therefore, it is advised not to give any COVID-19 vaccine to children till we have enough data available.
Q. I am a COVID-19 frontline worker and I got vaccinated already. When will my family members get vaccinated?
As per government of India guidelines, all the COVID-19 frontline workers will get vaccinated on priority. However, the other family members of these people will be vaccinated according to the age-specific prioritization by the Government of India.
Q. I already got infected with COVID-19 once. Do I still need to get vaccinated?
Yes. People who have already been infected with COVID-19 should still get vaccinated unless told otherwise by their healthcare provider. Even if you’ve had a previous infection, the vaccine acts as a booster that strengthens the immune response. There have also been some cases of people getting re-infected with COVID-19, which makes getting vaccinated even more important.