Just found this article:
https://bestlifeonline.com/news-otc-meds-covid-...

I think the info about taking these meds before the vaccination should be better circulated, as I never gave it a thought. They say they should be stopped one or two days prior. Now I’m concerned, as I know I had Tylenol the day before.

Thank you Lucky. I will at least be aware of this and perhaps BEFORE we get the shot we will both take a Tylenol. My doctor told us to do this before getting a flu shot, so since this is a viral issue, perhaps that would take care of any side effects.

My husband had his 3rd (booster) vaccine yesterday and just has a sore arm like he did with the first and second jabs. Nothing affecting dementia. Actually he seems to be doing better today.

Wow! Thank you for this note about taking over-the-counter meds. I, too, would not want to take anything that would weaken the pandemic med shot. I will do more checking on that and perhaps only take Tylenol if and when I have any problems. That is just another reason I am happy to have the advise of others and thankful for this website. Thank you so very much!!!

@A myALZteam Member, this is an article from the Cleveland Clinic - link is below. It also states if your not already taking pain reliever not to, but it also states that your side effects from the first shot show your immune system is working and that’s a good sign.

Common side effects from a COVID-19 vaccination
Dr. Abunasser says that a sore arm is pretty common and the soreness comes from the needle, not the actual vaccine. The soreness should go away in about a day or so. As for side effects of the vaccine, he states that some people have experienced headaches, fatigue, muscle aches or low-grade fevers.

“While these symptoms are obviously a nuisance to have, they’re actually good news because they indicate that your immune system is working. They’re signs that your immune system is activated and is producing antibodies. That’s a good thing to know.”

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-happens...

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