Was OK but upset towards evening — think legs were hurting her? If your baby is showing distress and seems to be in pain because of any swelling around where the injection was usually arms or legs , you can give them some paracetamol-based medicine to ease their discomfort.
If you find your baby is being sick or has more dirty nappies than usual after injections, it could well be connected with their jabs. Mum Moomin-mama on our forum found exactly that:. LittleChickpea offered these words of wisdom:. Summary Read the full fact sheet. On this page. Common side effects after immunisation Managing common side effects Concerns about immunisation side effects Uncommon or rare immunisation side effects Safety testing and re-testing of immunisations The bottom line Do you have all the information you need?
Where can I get more information about immunisation? Where to get help. Common side effects after immunisation The most common side effects of immunisations are: fever that is, a temperature over This should not be of concern and requires no treatment. Managing common side effects A number of treatment options can reduce the side effects of the vaccine including: Give extra fluids to drink. Do not overdress children or babies if they are hot. Put a cold wet cloth on the injection site to ease discomfort.
Although routine use of paracetamol after vaccination is not recommended, if fever or pain at the injection site is present, paracetamol can be given. Check the label for the correct dose or speak with your pharmacist, especially when giving paracetamol to children.
Concerns about immunisation side effects If a reaction following immunisation is unexpected, persistent or severe, or if you are worried, see your GP doctor. Uncommon or rare immunisation side effects There is a very small chance of experiencing a serious reaction after immunisation.
Examples of uncommon or rare reactions are: anaphylaxis — an immediate allergic reaction. This is dramatic but rare fewer than one in a million people will have anaphylaxis after a vaccination , and it is completely reversible if treated quickly.
It can be frightening and usually does not cause permanent harm or have lasting effects. This is a rare side effect for about 1 in 17, babies. Safety testing and re-testing of immunisations Millions of people — many of them babies and young children — are immunised every year, with no side effects. Other people may experience mild common side effects. The bottom line Think of it this way — a vaccine is a medicine that we use to stop ourselves and those in our care from getting sick.
Do you have all the information you need? Where to get help Your GP doctor In an emergency, always call triple zero Emergency department of your nearest hospital Your local government immunisation service — visit Know Your Council to find your local government authority Maternal and Child Health Line 24 hours Tel.
What are some of the myths — and facts — about vaccination? National Immunisation Program Schedule.
Pre-immunisation checklist — what to tell your doctor or nurse before immunisation , , Department of Health, Victorian Government.
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