Spikevax® (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) | Moderna

Indication

SPIKEVAX (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 12 years of age and older.

Important Safety Information

Contraindications

Do not administer SPIKEVAX to individuals with a known history of severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of SPIKEVAX or to individuals who had a severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) following a previous dose of a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

Warnings and Precautions

• •Management of Acute Allergic Reactions: Appropriate medical treatment must be immediately available to manage potential anaphylactic reactions following administration of SPIKEVAX.
• •Myocarditis and Pericarditis: Postmarketing data demonstrate increased risks of myocarditis and pericarditis, particularly within the first week following vaccination. The observed risk is highest in males 18 through 24 years of age.
• •Syncope (fainting): May occur in association with administration of injectable vaccines. Procedures should be in place to avoid injury from fainting.
• •Altered Immunocompetence: Immunocompromised persons, including individuals receiving immunosuppressive therapy, may have a diminished immune response to SPIKEVAX.
• •Limitations of Vaccine Effectiveness: SPIKEVAX may not protect all vaccine recipients.

Adverse Reactions

The most commonly reported (≥10%) adverse reactions following any dose in any indicated patient population were pain at the injection site, fatigue, headache, myalgia, chills, arthralgia, axillary swelling/tenderness, nausea/vomiting, and swelling at the injection site.

Reporting Adverse Events and Vaccine Administration Errors

To report suspected adverse reactions, contact ModernaTX, Inc. at 1-866-663-3762 or VAERS at 1-800-822-7967 or www.vaers.hhs.gov.

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