Anonymous

2 years

Extrapyramidal side effects from medication

I had experienced Extrapyramidal Side Effects From Medication - Stemetil . The side effect is Acute Dystonia. I would like to ask dr, am I eligible for covid 19 vaccine with above condition . Thank you

Dr Ramzdhan,

2 years

Hello and thank you for Hello and thank you for using our service.

We understand that you have a concern about being vaccinated while having a side effect from a medication, is this correct? Let me know if I misunderstood your question but I will help you in this matter.

For your information, having side effect to certain medication is not a contraindication to the COVID-19 vaccine nor does acute dystonia is a contraindication.

However, if you have any history of immediate onset anaphylaxis to multiple classes of drugs or unexplained anaphylaxis, it is better that you get further confirmation from a doctor or specialist , as well as report to the medical officer at your Vaccination Center, to prevent any serious complications .

It is also advisable for you to talk again with your doctor if you’re experiencing any side effects when taking medications as the medication might not be suitable for you.

You can also contact the Crisis Preparedness and Response Center (CPRC) or JKJAV.

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You are advised to consult with our doctor via teleconsultation to assess your condition and provide you with further advice.

We hope this answers your question.

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