Is it safe and recommended for my father, who has a history of heart valve replacement surgery and chronic lung disease (COPD), to get the COVID-19 vaccine while taking Acitrom, Dytor 5, Clavilip, Pantocid, and Udiliv 500 (for gallstones), and what precautions should we take? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Is it safe and recommended for my father, who has a history of heart valve replacement surgery and chronic lung disease (COPD), to get the COVID-19 vaccine while taking Acitrom, Dytor 5, Clavilip, Pantocid, and Udiliv 500 (for gallstones), and what precautions should we take?

Asked by Female, 27 · 1 month ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

1 month ago

Yes, the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and highly recommended for your father, as his heart valve history and COPD make protecting him from virus complications very important. His medications, including the blood thinners Acitrom (acenocoumarol) and Clavilip, do not prevent him from getting vaccinated. The main precaution is managing the risk of bruising at the injection site. Please ensure his recent INR level is stable. Inform the vaccine administrator about his blood thinners so they can use a fine-gauge needle and apply firm pressure to the injection site for at least five minutes without rubbing. It is always best to confirm with his cardiologist first.

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Is it safe and recommended for my father, who has a history of heart valve replacement surgery and chronic lung disease (COPD), to get the COVID-19 vaccine while taking Acitrom, Dytor 5, Clavilip, Pantocid, and Udiliv 500 (for gallstones), and what precautions should we take?

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