How long should I wait in between doses of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?

Children 11 and younger should still get the second Pfizer dose 3 weeks after the first, the CDC says. The CDC didn't change the guidance on how long to wait for a booster dose. It's still 5 months after a second dose of Pfizer or Moderna or 2 months after the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Is there an interval between doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?

Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine is FDA-approved or FDA-authorized in people ages 18 years and older as a 2-dose primary series, with an interval of 4 weeks between doses (Table 2).

When do you get the second COVID-19 vaccine?

If you receive a vaccine that requires two doses, you should get your second shot as close to the recommended interval as possible. However, your second dose may be given up to 6 weeks (42 days) after the first dose, if necessary.. You should not get the second dose earlier than the recommended interval.

Can you mix and match the vaccines for your mRNA (Pfizer or Moderna) primary vaccination series?

No, vaccines used for the primary vaccination series should be same. However, if the mRNA vaccine product given for the first two doses is not available or is unknown, either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine (mRNA COVID-19 vaccines) may be administered.

Can you mix COVID-19 vaccines?

Mixing and matching is OK for boosters Through the FDA's authorization and the CDC's recommendation, heterologous boosting—aka “mixing and matching”—is allowed with a single dose of any of the authorized COVID-19 vaccine boosters.

How long can you wait to get your 2nd COVID vaccine dose?

Can you mix and match COVID-19 booster doses?

The FDA has authorized the use of mix-and-match booster doses for currently available COVID-19 vaccines based on the results of a NIAID-supported study.

Should the booster shot be the same as the first two shots?

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The FDA has authorized three vaccine boosters — Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and Janssen/Johnson & Johnson — and determined that it is safe for individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster or additional dose that is a different brand than the initial dose or doses.

Can you mix and match COVID-19 booster shots in the US?

Booster shots are a safe and effective way to extend protection against variants of concern. Mixing vaccines may enhance the immune response, and it increases flexibility for when people need a booster dose but doses of the vaccine they first received are not available.

Can I choose which COVID-19 vaccine I get?

Yes, depending on your age, you can choose which COVID-19 vaccine to get. For adults ages 18 years and older, the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) are preferred over Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen (J&J/Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine. You may get J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine in some situations.

Currently, Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine available to children ages 5 through 17 years old.

Learn more about your COVID-19 vaccination, including how to find a vaccination location, what to expect at your appointment, and more.

Are mRNA vaccines preferred over Johnson and Johnson vaccine for COVID-19?

The mRNA vaccines are preferred over Johnson & Johnson's Janssen COVID-19 vaccine (a viral vector vaccine) in most circumstances. Although mRNA vaccines are preferred, the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine may be considered in some situations.

What is the dosing interval for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine?

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is FDA-approved for use as a two-dose series administered 21 days apart to adolescents and adults 16 years and older and is authorized for emergency use in children ages 12-15 using the same schedule.

Is the second COVID-19 shot really necessary?

Key takeaways: It's important to get both doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to get the most benefit from the two-dose series. Some people may react more strongly to the second shot, but the side effects are temporary and will typically go away within a few days.

How long do I need to wait after getting a flu vaccine or another vaccine before getting a COVID-19 vaccine?

You can get a COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines, including a flu vaccine, at the same visit. Experience with other vaccines has shown that the way our bodies develop protection, known as an immune response, and possible side effects after getting vaccinated are generally the same when given alone or with other vaccines. Learn more about the timing of other vaccines.

Is it normal to have side effects after second COVID-19 vaccine?

Side effects after your second shot may be more intense than the ones you experienced after your first shot. These side effects are normal signs that your body is building protection and should go away within a few days.

Do you have to wait 15 minutes after your COVID-19 vaccine?

After you get your vaccine, you will wait at the vaccination site for 15 minutes to make sure you do not have a severe allergic reaction to the shot (this is very rare).

How many doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are needed to complete your primary series?

• Two doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine 3–8* weeks apart, or
• Two doses of Moderna vaccine 4–8* weeks apart, or
• One dose of Johnson & Johnson's Janssen (J&J/Janssen) vaccine.

What is the best vaccine for COVID-19?

In most situations, mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) are preferred over the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for primary and booster vaccination due to the risk of serious adverse events.

Is it safe for women to take the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend most adult women receive a two-shot primary series of either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, followed by a booster dose at least five months after the last primary dose.

Is it safe to take the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine?

For many people, the benefits of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine outweigh the risks. It's effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19, and it's the only single-dose option available. However, you'll still need to get a booster shot 2 months later.

Are there any second COVID-19 vaccine booster available?

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) authorized a second booster shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines for everyone 50 and older and for people with certain conditions that make them immunocompromised.

What if I don't get the second COVID-19 vaccine shot?

The bottom line is that if you didn't get your second shot on time, you'll want to get it as soon as possible. If you didn't get your second shot because you developed COVID-19 at some point during the vaccination process, it's still recommended that you get your second dose.

Where can I find a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot?

Find a COVID-19 vaccine or booster: Search vaccines.gov, text your ZIP code to 438829, or call 1-800-232-0233 to find locations near you.

How long after the COVID-19 booster is it effective?

The first COVID-19 booster shot is now in the rearview mirror for millions of Americans -- for the 28% who got it, at least -- but new data finds it's less effective after about 4 months. The CDC has already recommended a second booster for immunocompromised people.
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Is it recommended to take booster shot after primary J&J COVID-19 vaccine?

If you are age 18 or older, have been given one dose of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine and it's been at least 2 months, you should get a single booster dose. The Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine boosters are preferred in most situations.

Are side effects of the COVID-19 booster shot worse?

November 08, 2021 If you experienced side effects when you were vaccinated initially, you may wonder if you'll have any noticeable symptoms in response to your booster shot. While you may have some side effects, they should be no worse than what you experienced originally and may well be milder.