What Are The General Vaccine Side Effects? What Is To Be Expected?

Shingrix®

  • Pain, redness, or swelling where the shot was given
  • Muscle aches, tiredness, fever, shivering, headache, and/or stomach discomfort have also been reported after receiving Shingrix®

Zostavax®

  • Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given
  • Headache

Side effects typically resolve in 3 to 7 days. Over-the-counter pain relievers may help ease certain vaccine related symptoms.