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Is it safe to get the Covishield or Covaccine COVID-19 vaccine while I am taking Daxid and Sizodon Plus?

Asked by Female, 59 · 6 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

6 days ago

Yes, it is generally safe for you to receive either the Covishield or Covaxin COVID-19 vaccine while taking Daxid (sertraline) and Sizodon Plus (risperidone and trihexyphenidyl). There are no known harmful interactions between these vaccines and your daily psychiatric medications. It is very important that you continue taking your medications exactly as prescribed and do not stop them for the vaccination. You may experience mild, temporary side effects like a sore arm, mild fever, or body aches, which are normal signs of your body building immunity. Please consult your doctor if you have any active physical health concerns on your vaccination day.

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