Dont include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details. It is your choice to receive the COVISHIELD . x]n@@eH%/Vu1]}sn\H6:ypen^mVU}m)QmB9ciMeT{ed#NtQwv/ ,6aYmk}*Oko8/q1(z h^ONc! Dosage level (s) 5 1010 vp (nominal). News stories, speeches, letters and notices, Reports, analysis and official statistics, Data, Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports. 0000107012 00000 n M Ms CZHto ) 3.What if I am taking, have recently taken or might take other medicinesor 53 0 obj 0000082376 00000 n Some excipients are added to a vaccine for a specific purpose. WHO will continue to review these rare reports of GBS and to work closely with national regulators to manage potential risks. Talk to the healthcare provider if you have questions. Can they overcome their checkered past? %%EOF Download PDF. Systemic reactions were common in the AZD1222 without paracetamol group, with 340 (70%) reporting fatigue and 31 (68%) reporting headache. You have accepted additional cookies. See the end of section 4 for how to report side effects. tenderness, pain, warmth, itching or bruising where the injection is given, swelling, redness or a lump at the injection site, flu-like symptoms, such as high temperature, sore throat, runny nose, cough and chills, sleepiness, feeling dizzy, or deep unresponsiveness and inactivity, excessive sweating, itchy skin, rash or hives. Safety data sheet. shortness of breath, chest pain, leg swelling, leg pain or persistent abdominal (tummy) pain. This means that it is essentially 'sodium-free'.. Each vial contains 8 doses of 0.5 ml. 0000006680 00000 n 0000001605 00000 n Oops! This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. 0000009594 00000 n 0000004240 00000 n endstream Andrew Pollard was in a French taxi when he realised what was coming. 0000098956 00000 n Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca and its partner Oxford University released preliminary results from its phase 3 Covid-19 vaccine trials on Monday, which found that the company's vaccine,. (, SARS-CoV-2 candidate vaccine ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 infection of human cell lines reveals a normal low range of viral backbone gene expression alongside very high levels of SARS-CoV-2 S glycoprotein expression (, ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccination prevents SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia in rhesus macaques (, A single dose of ChAdOx1 MERS provides protective immunity in rhesus macaques (, Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee 154th Meeting (, Information for UK recipients on COVID 19 Vaccine AstraZeneca (, Potential adjuvants for the development of a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine based on experimental results from similar coronaviruses (, What are the ingredients in the COVID-19 vaccines? hbbd```b``3@$1dYL`)`5w. Authors Maria Deloria Knoll 1 , Chizoba Wonodi 2 Affiliations 1 Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, 21231 USA. . The second key step in these reactions is caused by EDTA, a calcium-binding agent and stabilizer that is added to the AstraZeneca vaccine. As with any new medicine in the UK this product will be closely monitored to allow quick identification of new safety information. Wait until any effects of the vaccine have worn off before you drive or use machines. %PDF-1.7 % 3. %%EOF AstraZeneca . You will receive 2 injections. This remarkable achievement is much-needed good news as COVID-19 cases are currently at their highest daily levels globally.2 . Some people have reported a sudden feeling of cold with shivering/shaking accompanied by a rise in temperature, possibly with sweating, headache (including migraine-like headaches), nausea, muscle aches and feeling unwell, starting within a day of having the vaccine and usually lasting for a day or two. The vaccine was administered as two doses of 5 x10 10 viral particles four weeks apart. hb```Y@(&(fL(aW$Xz$7 Organization: Public Health Agency of Canada. 0000055209 00000 n Previous Name: ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 After the first dose is withdrawn, the vaccine should be used as soon as practically possible and within 6 hours. Active ingredient: Such reactions may include a combination of any of the following symptoms: In clinical studies with the vaccine, fewer side effects were reported after the second dose and those that were reported were milder in nature when compared to after the first dose. 0000102371 00000 n AstraZeneca vs. Sinovac side effects. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. In . 870 0 obj <>stream None of the ingredients in this vaccine can cause COVID-19. 410 0 obj <>stream WHO does not recommend pregnancy testing prior to vaccination. /ID [<46442D36362D36432D33412D43412D36>] Vaxzevria is made up of another virus (of the adenovirus family) that has been modified to contain the gene for making a protein from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Route of administration Intramuscular injection. If you have ever had a severe allergic reaction after any other vaccine injection or after you were given COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca in the past. In someone age 55 - 59 who is diagnosed with COVID-19, the risks of hospitalization for 5. We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. Once approved, the drugmaker will work with national governments and international health organizations to monitor vaccine recipients for potential side effects from the vaccine that were not seen in clinical trials (this is called surveillance). 0000004159 00000 n up to 16 weeks can be considered. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop these symptoms in the days following vaccination. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). This product contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Liverpool, L24 9JW 71 0 obj <> endobj 97 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[(g\344kPbb\247F\260\2010\356\240|\314\024) (g\344kPbb\247F\260\2010\356\240|\314\024)]/Index[71 27]/Info 69 0 R/Length 82/Prev 165766/Root 72 0 R/Size 98/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>> stream - Lipids: Nanolipids help deliver the mRNA to the vaccine recipient's cells. Company: AstraZeneca This poses a challenge, because some novelty is needed to make sure our bodies don't mistake the vaccine for a virus we are already know how to fight. Your doctor, pharmacist or nurse is responsible for storing this vaccine and disposing of any unused product correctly. Keep vials in outer carton to protect from light. impact. 0000007231 00000 n Some cases had a fatal outcome. 0000002028 00000 n Brand name: AZD1222 0000009880 00000 n Attempts to develop an RSV vaccine began in the 1960s with an unsuccessful inactivated vaccine developed by exposing the RSV virus to formalin (formalin-inactivated RSV (FI-RSV)). 0000093244 00000 n 0000001096 00000 n 569 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<422DFA914F61AD45909E39C193482A39>]/Index[548 34]/Info 547 0 R/Length 105/Prev 177378/Root 549 0 R/Size 582/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. 0000006617 00000 n Page last updated Thursday, May 26, 2022 Treatment for: Prevention of COVID-19. %PDF-1.7 % A very rare adverse event called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS), involving unusual and severe blood clotting events associated with low platelet counts, has been reported after vaccination with this vaccine. The vaccine is not recommended for persons younger than 18 years of age pending the results of further studies. Once the vaccine has undergone Phase 3 testing, the manufacturer can apply for a license from regulatory authorities (like the FDA in the US) to make the vaccine available for public use. Contact your doctor or healthcare professional immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you have an allergic reaction. A new investigational treatment for COVID-19: Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. It is not yet known how long you will be protected for. Your doctor, pharmacist or nurse will discuss with you whether you can be given the vaccine. 803 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<2F70D35E7B8A59458B52A8ED8203A71C><24F7C9D4F005C249BEA4CA3B57A534AF>]/Index[779 189]/Info 778 0 R/Length 129/Prev 229930/Root 780 0 R/Size 968/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 0000019840 00000 n This has been reported very rarely after vaccination with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca. 0000083589 00000 n COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca is a vaccine used for preventing COVID 19, caused by a virus called coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). syndrome [GBS]), rapid swelling under the skin in areas such as the face, lips, mouth and throat (which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing) (angioedema), capillary leak syndrome (a condition causing fluid leakage from small blood vessels), very low levels of blood platelets (immune thrombocytopenia) that can be associated with bleeding (see section 2, Blood disorders), blood clots in the brain, not associated with low level of blood platelets (see section 2, Blood disorders), inflammation of the spinal cord which may cause muscle weakness, localised or radiating back pain, bladder and bowel symptoms and changes in sensation (transverse myelitis). LYpeP4 &=C&CBzLL3y20gah!A '1>ederj4+e@Zg Rc`TaPa`2R6r G2p T 0000025064 00000 n This explainer is more than 90 days old. brain, liver, bowel, spleen). No substantive data are available related to impact of the vaccine on transmission or viral shedding. This type of vaccine development technology has been tested for many other diseases such as influenza (flu) and Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV). For countries considering heterologous schedules, WHO has made recommendations to ensure equivalent or favourable immunogenicity or vaccine effectiveness for heterologous versus homologous schedules: When considering booster vaccination after having been vaccinated with ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] COVID-19 [Astra Zeneca] vaccine for the primary series, SAGE considers using a different type of COVID-19 vaccine for a third dose a more favourable option. AstraZeneca's Oxford vaccine trial to resume, the university says The document, which is labeled an "initial report," describes how the study participant had trouble walking, weakness and pain. The Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine contains no common food allergens such as milk, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, or shellfish, or their by-products. 0 818 0 obj <> endobj Statement of the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety (GACVS) COVID-19 subcommittee on safety signals related to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, Interim statement of the COVID-19 subcommittee of the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, The Janssen Ad26.COV2.S COVID-19 vaccine: What you need to know, The Moderna COVID-19 (mRNA-1273) vaccine: what you need to know, The Pfizer BioNTech (BNT162b2) COVID-19 vaccine: What you need to know, The Sinovac-CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine: What you need to know, The Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine: What you need to know, The Novavax vaccine against COVID-19: What you need to know, The Bharat Biotech BBV152 COVAXIN vaccine against COVID-19: What you need to know, Independent Oversight and Advisory Committee, WHO Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE), Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization, Interim recommendations for use of the ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] vaccine against COVID-19 (AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine AZD1222 Vaxzevria, SII COVISHIELD), The Oxford/AstraZeneca (ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] vaccine) COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know, Uncommon (infrequent) >1/1000 and < 1/100, The Astra-Zeneca vaccine recommendations have also been modified to indicate that either of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna) can be used as a second dose following a, The Astra-Zeneca vaccine can be used as a. , ,p Last updated by Judith Stewart, BPharm on Feb 15, 2021.. FDA Approved: No Brand name: AZD1222 Generic name: SARS-CoV-2 vaccine Previous Name: ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 Company: AstraZeneca Treatment for: Prevention of COVID-19 AZD1222 (formerly ChAdOx1 nCoV-19) is an investigational vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 in development for the prevention of COVID-19. This is due to the fact that this group is less likely to respond adequately to vaccination following a standard primary ]0[ 0000093171 00000 n 0000012193 00000 n The need for, and timing of, booster doses for children aged 5-11 years has not yet been determined. 0000006503 00000 n The severity and intensity of local and systemic reactions was highest on day 1 after vaccination. 0000006540 00000 n If you have had a blood clot occurring at the same time as having low levels of blood platelets (thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome, TTS) after receiving the vaccine. It does not have a marketing authorisation, but this temporary authorisation grants permission for the medicine to be used for active immunisation of individuals aged 18 years and older for the prevention of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). O'`` r/ RV"Lj~=n%8w?C * . 0000003890 00000 n During the first stage (Phase I), the new vaccine is provided to small groups of peoplethe first time the vaccine is tested in humans. 2.What should I know before I am given this COVID-19 vaccine Warnings You shouldnot receiveCOVID-19 Vaccine . During use it can be stored from 2C to 25C. On his way to a meeting to present . If you miss an appointment for your second injection of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca >!V9j5LYHCz. ;BV As new data become available, WHO will update recommendations accordingly. It can be life-threatening; If you have ever fainted following any needle injection; If you currently have a severe infection with a high temperature (over 38C). endstream endobj startxref It uses a dead version of the SARS -CoV-2 virus so that it cannot replicate, but it keeps the surface spike protein intact to trigger the body's immune system. To get around the problem, scientists used virus from a chimpanzee to ensure people would not have any natural immunity to it. In countries with ongoing Countries should This medicinal product has been given authorisation for temporary supply by the UK Department of Health and Social Care and the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. 0000002484 00000 n 6`CA$'i$W30120ma`$p@ J 0000003715 00000 n Results from a large clinical trial in the United States and South America indicate that AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, AZD1222, is well-tolerated and protects against symptomatic COVID-19 disease, including severe disease or hospitalization. United Kingdom, MedImmune Pharma B.V., Nijmegen 0000005203 00000 n This information was provided by the drug's manufacturer when this drug product was approved for sale in Canada. Blood clots in the brain, not associated with low level of blood platelets have been observed very rarely following vaccination with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca. In clinical trials there were very rare reports of events associated with inflammation of the nervous system, which may cause numbness, pins and needles, and/or loss of feeling. However, a causal relationship with the vaccine has neither been confirmed nor ruled out and more rigorous studies are needed to fully assess the significance of 967 0 obj <>stream 0000097826 00000 n The last nine ingredients on the list are called 'excipients.' 0000016862 00000 n 4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation Pregnancy There is a limited amount of data from the use of COVID-19 Vaccine (ChAdOx1-S [recombinant]) [COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca] in pregnant women, or women who became pregnant after receiving the vaccine. The Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences classifies rates of adverse events or medicines and vaccines as follows: The AstraZeneca vaccine has an efficacy of 72% against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection, as shown by the primary analysis of data irrespective of interdose interval from trial participants who received 2 standard doses with an interval varying from about People with a history of severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine should not take it. 0000005745 00000 n 0000106271 00000 n There 0000007190 00000 n endstream endobj 75 0 obj <> stream We use some essential cookies to make this website work. 0000023338 00000 n There are limited data on the use of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca in pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you miss a scheduled injection, you may not be fully protected against COVID-19. Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. No data are currently available on the use of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca in children and adolescents younger than 18 years of age. If you feel unwell after vaccination, do not drive or use machines. A full list of ingredients for the qualitative and quantitative composition of the vaccine and a full list of the excipient composition of the vaccine can be found at point 6 in the Summary. Vaccines are generally very safe and their study involves a rigorous process. "Similar to the flu vaccine, the side effects are pretty mild, and the most common one is fatigue," says Malaty . <>/Metadata 30 0 R>> It is important to remember the benefits of vaccination to give protection against COVID-19 still outweigh any potential risks. Known to be a potential allergen. Your immune cells then recognise the spike protein as a threat and begin building an immune response against it. It should be noted that the full two 548 0 obj <> endobj 0000004537 00000 n 0000015573 00000 n A Phase I/II clinical trial commenced on April 23, 2020 to assess the safety, immunogenicity and efficacy of AZD1222 in 1077 healthy volunteers aged 18 to 55 years across several trial centres in southern England. Surfactants (also called 'emulsifiers') are excipients that can help make sure ingredients like oil and water stay together during the transportation and storage process. See section 4. %%EOF endobj (see section 2. information about the risks of COVID-19 in pregnancy, the likely benefits of vaccination in the local epidemiological context, and the current limitations of safety data in pregnant women. Component. 0000081617 00000 n Discard the vial and do not combine residual vaccine from multiple vials. These ingredients range from forms of salt that help preserve the vaccine to water that dilutes it into the right concentration. The second injection can be given between 4 and 12 weeks after the first injection. xc```b``g`a```d@ A+s4@s60J:Up95PA? It is designed for consumers and care givers. 0000001596 00000 n 0000097788 00000 n The AstraZeneca vaccine is not a live virus vaccine, it is therefore biologically and clinically unlikely to pose a risk to the breastfeeding child. These include: y 0000007733 00000 n When these blood clots do occur, they may be in unusual or atypical locations (e.g. This webpage was updated on 5 January 2022 to update the latest guidance and ensure consistency of information and formatting. i; "32tBa;CC'd&@u^?^02/g`8Ea?U 0000082759 00000 n Well send you a link to a feedback form. The easiest way to lookup drug information, identify pills, check interactions and set up your own personal medication records. COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca is not recommended for children aged below 18 years. AstraZeneca has updated the efficacy result of its coronavirus vaccine trial in the US, after health officials insisted they wanted to include the latest information. Overall, among the participants who received COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca, 90.3% were aged 18 to 64 years and 9.7% were 65 years of age or older. 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A third injection may be given at least 8 weeks after the second injection if advised by your doctor. The Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety, a group of experts that provides independent and authoritative guidance to the WHO on the topic of safe vaccine use, receives and assesses reports of suspected safety events of potentially international Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take, any other medicines or vaccines. Some affected patients had a previous diagnosis of CLS. Very low levels of blood platelets (immune thrombocytopenia), that can be associated with bleeding, have been reported very rarely, usually within the first four weeks following vaccination with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca. Read the 16 April 2021 statement of the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety Over the years, researchers have considered adenoviruses useful delivery systems for vaccines and gene therapies. %%EOF The final stage (Phase III) provides the vaccine to thousands of people from the target population to see how safe and effective it is. 57 0 obj <> endobj xref It is important that you return for your second injection of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca. 2021 Jan 9;397(10269):72-74. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(20)32623-4. %PDF-1.7 /Size 89 /Prev 149222 This included some severe cases with blood clots in different or unusual locations and excessive clotting or bleeding throughout the body. hb```b``9 |Abl,=@00M(P~. If you experience any of the following from around 4 days after vaccination you should seek medical advice urgently: Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you experienced a blood clot occurring at the same time as low levels of platelets after receiving a previous dose of the vaccine. s/s's?3on1;XX(@?<=f@(tv4;r% ~IX The WHO Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) has issued interim recommendations for use of the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine (ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] vaccine). The Anglo-Swedish firm has . Last updated by Judith Stewart, BPharm on Feb 15, 2021. Do not freeze. The majority of these cases occurred within the first four weeks following vaccination. 54 0 obj The vaccine is safe and effective for all individuals aged 18 and above. Six of the 28 died from their clotting complications. request information about a specific topic, United Kingdom Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, University of Oxford Vaccine Knowledge Project, United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, A weakened adenovirus, which delivers the the COVID-19 spike glycoprotein (this is the active ingredient; also called the 'antigen'), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (amino acid), Safety and immunogenicity of ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine administered in a prime-boost regimen in young and old adults (COV002): a single-blind, randomised, controlled, phase 2/3 trial (, A Novel Chimpanzee Adenovirus Vector with Low Human Seroprevalence: Improved Systems for Vector Derivation and Comparative Immunogenicity (, Adenoviral vectors are the new COVID-19 vaccine front-runners. Andrew Pollard has been leading the Oxford vaccine clinical trials in the UK, Brazil, and South Africa. Dont worry we wont send you spam or share your email address with anyone. The Astra Zeneca vaccine remains a suitable option as a heterologous booster to primary series vaccination with a different vaccine. A: None of the authorized COVID-19 vaccines in use in Canada contain the live virus that causes COVID-19. 6 Renaissance Way 0000006565 00000 n Further to this, SAGE recommends that severe and moderately immunocompromised persons should be offered an additional dose of vaccine. 4.2 Posology and method of administration Posology Individuals 18 years of age and older The COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca vaccination course consists of two separate doses of 0.5 ml each. Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine efficacy Lancet. Following widespread use of the vaccine there have been extremely rare reports of blood clots in combination with low level of blood platelets. You cannot usually choose which vaccine you have. 4 to 12 weeks. According to the information that AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford presented to the United Kingdom's vaccine regulatory agency, this vaccine contains: The vaccine does not include any human or animal products, thimerosal, gelatin, or formaldehyde. If you are allergic to any of the active substances or any of the other ingredients listed in section 6. %PDF-1.3 % It is a proven, safe and relatively old approach. 0000024847 00000 n Browse our homepage for up to date content or request information about a specific topic from our team of scientists. $x >HdA@; Neither Pfizer nor Moderna . Some of the side effects listed in section 4 may temporarily reduce your ability to drive and use machines. JZD| 6. 0000002960 00000 n The Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine contains no pork products or by-products. Vaccine AstraZeneca and those who received control. The human protein impurities - mostly heat shock and cell scaffold proteins - come from the human kidney cell line used to generate the chimp adenovirus. This means that it is essentially sodium-free. Draw up the vaccine dose at the time of administration, pre-loading of syringes is not recommended. To help us improve GOV.UK, wed like to know more about your visit today. Spills should be disinfected using agents with activity against adenovirus. 0000006590 00000 n 18 June 2021. [recombinant]) [COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca]with other vaccines have not been evaluated. Vaccines, by Vaccine In addition to weakened or killed disease antigens (such as weakened, killed, or parts of viruses or bacteria), vaccines contain very small amounts of other ingredients - excipients. After vaccination, the surface spike protein is produced, priming the immune system to attack the virus if it later infects the body, protecting it against COVID-19. 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