![]() In Pfizer's 6 month to 2 year age group, the top side effects were: The most common side effect for babies who recieved Pfizer's 3-shot vaccine was irritability However, many babies and toddlers never experience much of a reaction to their COVID-19 vaccine at all, and that is also perfectly normal. Though they're a bit unpleasant, they're also a sign that the vaccine is working, and the body's immune system is revving into gear. Side effects from these COVID-19 vaccines, if they surface, usually begin about a day or two after vaccine administration and last for about 24-48 hours, on average. But both vaccine formulations for babies and toddlers are much milder than the adult versions, and come with tamer side effects overall as a result. Moderna's vaccine, which includes a higher dose of mRNA than Pfizer's, comes with more side effects, while Pfizer's low-dose vaccine takes longer to kick in. The FDA reviews of Pfizer and Moderna baby vaccines include breakdowns of the most common side effects for each brand, broken down by age. ![]() The analyses suggest the shots from both drug makers are safe and effective at curbing COVID-19 - though like the shots for adults, they don't prevent coronavirus infections entirely, especially with the highly-infectious Omicron variant circulating. ![]() (The move still requires a final go-ahead from the FDA and from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this weekend, meaning shots may finally start going in kids' arms next week.)Īhead of the FDA's public meeting, the agency released independent analyses of both pediatric vaccines. Independent advisors to the Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously on Wednesday, encouraging the regulatory agency to give the green light to COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna for kids as young as 6 months old. The wait is almost over for US parents who've been anxiously awaiting the authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine for babies and toddlers under 5 years old. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. ![]()
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