KMA Recommends No Medical Treatment or Antipyretics Needed for Fever Below 38.5℃ After AZ Vaccine Injection

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ki-min Lee] The Korean Medical Association has issued guidelines on how to respond to adverse reactions such as fever that may occur after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

On the 6th, the association stated in the "Response Measures After COVID-19 Vaccination" that "in the case of the AstraZeneca vaccine, the frequency of fever (38.0℃ or higher) or muscle pain after vaccination is known to be 20-30%," and added, "If the fever is below 38.5℃ and started within 24 hours, it is better not to take antipyretics if you do not feel very uncomfortable."

They further explained, "Taking antipyretics may reduce antibody formation," and "If there are no other physical symptoms besides fever, medical consultation is not necessary."

However, the association said, "If the fever rises above 38.5℃ or you feel very uncomfortable, you may take antipyretics," and recommended "acetaminophen (Tylenol), which has less impact on antibody formation." They also urged, "If the fever is below 38.5℃ and started within 24 hours, and you do not feel very uncomfortable, it is preferable to rest at home rather than visit the emergency room."

Additionally, they advised, "If you have a high fever or feel very uncomfortable and anxious due to fever and muscle pain, consider outpatient clinics such as safe clinics during the day, and emergency room visits in the evening or at night," and added, "Medical consultation is recommended if the fever is 38.5℃ or higher or if the fever persists for more than 24 hours."

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