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 over 103 °F - 39.4 °C
Rare
Bruising or purple spots on skin; confusion; double vision; headache - severe or continuing; irritability; stiff neck; swelling, blistering or pain at place of injection; swelling of glands in neck; vomiting
More common side effects may occur that usually do not need 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 of 100 °F - 37.7 °C or less
Less common
Fever between 100 and 103 °F - 37.7 and 39.4 °C; itching, swelling, redness, tenderness, or hard lump at place of injection; skin rash
Fever or skin rash may occur from 5 to 12 days after vaccination and usually lasts few days.
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.