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Brand name: COVID-19 mRNA-1273.214 Bivalent Vaccine (Moderna) TM
Active ingredients: elasomeran + imelasomeran
What it is used for
SPIKEVAX BIVALENT ORIGINAL/OMICRON (elasomeran/imelasomeran) COVID-19 Vaccine has provisional approval for the indication below:,As a booster dose for active immunisation to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by SARS-CoV-2 in individuals 18 years of age and older.,The use of this vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.,The decision has been made on the basis of immunogenicity and short-term safety data. Continued approval depends on the evidence of longer term benefits and safety from ongoing clinical trials and post-market assessment.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular. This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
- Store between minus 50 - minus 15 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 9 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
White to off-white frozen suspension
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient elasomeran + imelasomeran
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme
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