Along with its needing effects, a vaccine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following side effects was happen
Symptoms of allergy
Difficulty in breathing or swallowing; hives; itching, especially of feet or hands; reddening of skin, especially around ears; swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose; unusual tiredness or weakness - sudden and severe
Check with your family doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects was happen
More common
Fever higher than 103 °F - 39.4 °C
Less common
Pain or tenderness of eyes
Rare
Bruising or purple spots on skin; confusion; convulsions - seizures; double vision; headache - severe or continuing; irritability; pain, numbness, or tingling of hands, arms, legs, or feet; pain, tenderness, or swelling in testicles and scrotum; stiff neck; vomiting
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Burning or stinging at place of injection; fever between 100 and 103 °F - 37.7 and 39.4 °C; skin rash; swelling of glands in neck
Less common
Aches or pain in joints; headache - mild; itching, swelling, redness, tenderness, or hard lump at place of injection; nausea; runny nose; sore throat; vague feeling of bodily discomfort
The above side effects - especially aches or pain in joints are more likely to occur in adults, particularly women.
More common side effects not listed above also may occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.