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Does a covid-19 vaccine not work if it is injected by accident into subcutaneous tissue? is it necessary to get another dose?

Q: does a covid-19 vaccine not work if it is injected by accident into subcutaneous tissue? is it necessary to get another dose?

: It probably works just fine whether subcutaneous or IM. Anyway, it's unlikely the person who vaccinated you made such a mistake. Don't worry about it.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

It probably works just fine whether subcutaneous or IM. Anyway, it's unlikely the person who vaccinated you made such a mistake. Don't worry about it.

Dr Machanic and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/25/2021

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

I have not seen any research on this. I would ask the place that gave you the shot.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/25/2021

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A member asked:

Does a covid-19 vaccine not work if it is injected by accident into subcutaneous tissue? is it necessary to get another dose?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Machanic and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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