Covid-19 Vaccine Janssen 0.5 mL Suspension for injection (injection).
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 9 Jun 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Active immunisation to prevent COVID-19 in individuals 18 years and older.
Dosage (summary)
Single dose of 0.5 mL by intramuscular injection; booster at least 2 months later.
Special Populations
- Elderly (no dose adjustment)
- Paediatric population (safety not established)
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; no data on excretion in milk.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substance or excipients
- History of thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome
- Previous episodes of capillary leak syndrome
Common side effects
- Injection site pain
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Myalgia
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Record vaccine name and batch number
- Avoid mixing with other vaccines
- Monitor for allergic reactions
Serious warnings
- Anaphylaxis risk; monitor for 15 mins post-vaccination
- Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome observed
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