The Pfizer Comirnaty Vaccine for Covid

What is COVID?

Covid-19 is a contagious disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. It is spread through contact with an infected person, typically through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.

Symptoms of Covid-19 can include fever, tiredness, and dry cough, as well as other more severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing and pneumonia. It can be fatal in some cases.

Who is eligible?

It depends on your age and health. As a general guide:

• 75 or older: every 6 months

• 65 - 74: once a year

• 30 - 64: once a year if you have underlying health conditions or work in healthcare or aged care - otherwise speak to one of our pharmacist

• Under 30: generally not needed unless you have underlying health conditions

Not sure? Just ask one of our pharmacists - we're happy to help work out what's right for you.

Our pharmacy can vaccinate anyone aged 12 and over. For children under 12, please contact your GP.

Are there any possible side effects?

Every medication can have side effects, vaccinations are no different. Most side effects from vaccinations will settle within a few days and can be managed by resting and drinking plenty of fluids. If you are concerned about a reaction you might be having to your vaccination phone us on 03 477 9793 or Healthline on 0800 611 116.

Common responses: 

• Pain at injection site

• Headache

• Fatigue

• Muscle aches

• Chills

• Fever

• Joint aches

• Nausea

Rare responses: 

• Lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes)

• Myocarditis – seek urgent medical care if you experience any symptoms related to your heart

• Pericarditis – seek urgent medical care if you experience any symptoms related to your heart

For information about the COVID vaccination, click below

• what you need to know about the vaccination

• what to expect after your vaccination