About btn b drug substance
mRNA COVID-19 vaccine
Used for
- Prevention of COVID-19 in people eligible under current recommendations.
Usual adult dose
Usually 30 micrograms injected into a muscle per dose; number and timing depend on age, vaccination history, and current recommendations.
Usual dose in children
For ages 5–11, the formulation and dose differ. For younger children, age-specific formulations and doses are used; schedules depend on vaccination history and recommendations.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain, redness, or swelling
- Fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain
- Chills, fever, or nausea
- Rarely, severe allergic reactions or myocarditis/pericarditis
Important warnings
- Do not give to anyone with a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or vaccine component.
- Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.
- Myocarditis and pericarditis have rarely occurred, especially in adolescent and young adult males.
- The product and schedule must match the recipient’s age and current recommendations.
Pregnancy
May be given during pregnancy according to current recommendations; vaccination can protect against severe COVID-19.
Breastfeeding
May be given while breastfeeding according to current recommendations.
Interactions
- Immunosuppressive treatments may reduce the immune response.
- No clinically important interactions with other vaccines are established; timing may follow local guidance.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.