PFIZER AND ASTRAZENECA VACCINATION INFORMATION

COVID VACCINE INFORMATION

All current information will be updated on this page. Please read all information on this page before calling us.

Please call us if you want either the Covid Vax or Fluvax, we are having vaccination clinics every day.

Currently we have stock of AstraZeneca. Its perfectly safe for people over 60 and we encourage all eligible patients to have the jab, so life can get back to normal sooner. anyone under the age of 40 can now approach their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Note: Notification of Vaccination is sent to the Immunisation Register but may take 2 weeks to be registered. It can be viewed via your MyGov account, or Medicare Plus app.

Patients are advised to check eligibility criteria and vaccine information ( below ). People wanting the vaccine injection can then book for the vaccine clinic OR if patients have questions they must book an appointment with the doctor before booking for the vaccination injection. This can be a telephone appointment. Staff are not permitted to give medical advice.

Patients wanting both Fluvax and Covid Vaccine should note that the Covid vaccine is given first and then the Fluvax can be given later after 7 days have elapsed.

UPDATE FROM ATAGI:

People who have had the first dose of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca without any serious adverse effects can be given the second dose, including adults under 50 years.

Thrombosis remains an extremely rare event among vaccine recipients. Experience in Europe has shown approximately 4 – 6 people in every one million people. The current recommendations for people over 50 with a history of blood clots is they can still get the vaccine.

It is recommended to give preference for the use of the Pfizer vaccine in adults aged under 60 years. anyone under the age of 40 can now approach their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine.

The AstraZeneca vaccine can be used in adults aged under 60 where the benefits clearly outweigh the risk for that individual and the person has made an informed decision based on an understanding of the risks and benefits. If patient understands the risk and the pfizer vaccine is not available they have the option to choose the AstraZenca vaccine. Risks of AstraZeneca can be seen here: https://www.doctorbulkbill.com.au/az-risk-of-dying

Pfizer can be given to anyone between ages 12 to 59, Astrazeneca for those age 60 and over.

Proof of eligibility

Individuals can use the COVID19 vaccine eligibility checker ( click the link ) to see if an individual is
eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

Prior to having the Vaccine you should read this : Covid Vaccine Checklist

PFIZER AND ASTRAZENECA VACCINE INFORMATION

You may experience side effects after vaccination. Common side effects reported after vaccination in people aged 12 + include:

pain at the injection site
tiredness
headache
muscle pain
chills
joint pain
fever

If you experience side effects, you can take paracetamol to reduce these symptoms. These symptoms may include:

pain at the injection site
headache
muscle pain
joint pain
chills.

QUESTIONAIRRE PRIOR TO HAVING THE VACCINATION – inform our staff of:

Contraindications

Anaphylaxis to a previous dose of the vaccine being given

Anaphylaxis to a component of the vaccine being given ( see below )

Precautions

Acute illness, e.g. fever ≥38.5℃

Bleeding disorder or receipt of anticoagulant therapy

Suspected immediate generalised allergic reaction to a previous dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Generalised allergic reaction to any component of the COVID-19 vaccine to be administered

Prior anaphylaxis to other vaccines or to medications (injectable or oral) where polyethylene glycol or polysorbate 80 could conceivably be the cause

Special circumstances warranting discussion before vaccination

Pregnancy

Immunocompromise

Please do not come to your vaccination appointment:

• if you are feeling unwell with fever, cough, runny nose or other symptoms that

could be from COVID-19

• if you are waiting for COVID-19 test results, or have tested positive for COVID-19

• if you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19, or

If you have had another vaccine, for example the influenza vaccination, in the 14 days

before your COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Please let us know as we may need to

reschedule your appointment.

AFTER VACCINATION

patients will need to wait 15 minutes prior to leaving, and notify of any adverse reaction.

All vaccinations will be recorded on the Australian Immunisation register and our clinical records.

Your Vaccination records can be seen online using your MYGOV account, Register here : https://my.gov.au/EnrolService/enrolService.htm?_flowId=mgv2-enrolment-mg-flow&_flowExecutionKey=e2s1

or download the Express Plus Medicare app at: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/medicare/express-plus-medicare-mobile-app

More information is Here: https://www.doctorbulkbill.com.au/covid-vaccine-certificates/

Here is a video on how to download your vaccination certificate: https://au.yahoo.com/news/vaccination-certificate-android-device-052939009.html

What if I don’t have a smart phone or can’t use myGov?

Printed COVID-19 digital certificates are accepted as proof of vaccination status.

The AIR can be contacted directly on 1800 653 809 and will send a paper copy of the certificate within 14 days via post.

The Immunisation register has lost a small percentage of notifications, if you dont see your vaccine notification let us know and we can re-send it.

the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine: In February 2021, the company was working to adapt the vaccine to target the variants, with the expectation that a modified vaccine would be available “in a few months” as a “booster” given to people who had already completed the two-dose series of the original vaccine.

The vaccine remains a key component of the WHO backed COVAX program, with the WHO, the EMA, and the MHRA continuing to state that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh any possible side effects.

A Public Health England study found in May that two doses of AstraZeneca OR Pfizer were 66 – 88% effective against the Indian coronavirus strain, or variant B617.

AstraZeneca can be given to anyone with:

People with a past history of venous thromboembolism in typical sites, such as deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism
People with a predisposition to form blood clots, such as those with Factor V Leiden, or other non-immune thrombophilic disorders
People with a family history of clots or clotting conditions
People currently receiving anticoagulant medications
People with a history of ischaemic heart disease or cerebrovascular accident
People with a current or past history of thrombocytopenia.

Pfizer is preferred for anyone with:

A past history of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST)
A past history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)
A past history of idiopathic splanchnic (mesenteric, portal and splenic) venous thrombosis
Anti-phospholipid syndrome with thrombosis

COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca Ingredients: contains the excipients histidine, histidine hydrochloride
monohydrate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride hexahydrate, disodium edetate (EDTA),
sucrose, ethanol absolute, polysorbate 80 and water for injections.
COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca does not contain any preservatives and the vial stopper is not
made with natural rubber latex.

PFIZER VACCINE CONTAINS:

((4-hydroxybutyl)azanediyl)bis(hexane6,1-diyl)bis(2-hexyldecanoate) (ALC-0315)
2-[(polyethylene glycol)-2000]-N, N-ditetradecylacetamide (ALC-0159)
Distearoylphosphatidylcholine (DSPC)
Cholesterol
Potassium chloride
Monobasic potassium phosphate
Sodium chloridE
Dibasic sodium phosphate dihydrate
CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR PFIZER VACCINE:
People with a history of severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine should not take it.
Any cardiomyopathy, heart failure, inflammatory heart condition
There are currently no efficacy or safety data for children below the age of 12 years. Until such data are available, individuals below 12 years of age should not be routinely vaccinated.

COVID VACCINE INFORMATION

All current information will be updated on this page. Please read all information on this page before calling us.

Please call us if you want either the Covid Vax or Fluvax, we are having vaccination clinics every day.

Currently we have stock of AstraZeneca. Its perfectly safe for people over 60 and we encourage all eligible patients to have the jab, so life can get back to normal sooner. anyone under the age of 40 can now approach their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Note: Notification of Vaccination is sent to the Immunisation Register but may take 2 weeks to be registered. It can be viewed via your MyGov account, or Medicare Plus app.

Patients wanting both Fluvax and Covid Vaccine should note that the Covid vaccine is given first and then the Fluvax can be given later after 7 days have elapsed.

UPDATE FROM ATAGI:

People who have had the first dose of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca without any serious adverse effects can be given the second dose, including adults under 50 years.

Thrombosis remains an extremely rare event among vaccine recipients. Experience in Europe has shown approximately 4 – 6 people in every one million people. The current recommendations for people over 50 with a history of blood clots is they can still get the vaccine.

It is recommended to give preference for the use of the Pfizer vaccine in adults aged under 60 years. anyone under the age of 40 can now approach their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Pfizer can be given to anyone between ages 12 to 59, Astrazeneca for those age 60 and over.

Proof of eligibility

Prior to having the Vaccine you should read this : Covid Vaccine Checklist

PFIZER AND ASTRAZENECA VACCINE INFORMATION

You may experience side effects after vaccination. Common side effects reported after vaccination in people aged 12 + include:

pain at the injection site

tiredness

headache

muscle pain

chills

joint pain

fever

If you experience side effects, you can take paracetamol to reduce these symptoms. These symptoms may include:

pain at the injection site

headache

muscle pain

joint pain

chills.

QUESTIONAIRRE PRIOR TO HAVING THE VACCINATION – inform our staff of:

Contraindications

Anaphylaxis to a previous dose of the vaccine being given

Anaphylaxis to a component of the vaccine being given ( see below )

Precautions

Acute illness, e.g. fever ≥38.5℃

Bleeding disorder or receipt of anticoagulant therapy

Suspected immediate generalised allergic reaction to a previous dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Generalised allergic reaction to any component of the COVID-19 vaccine to be administered

Prior anaphylaxis to other vaccines or to medications (injectable or oral) where polyethylene glycol or polysorbate 80 could conceivably be the cause

Special circumstances warranting discussion before vaccination

Pregnancy

Immunocompromise

Please do not come to your vaccination appointment:

• if you are feeling unwell with fever, cough, runny nose or other symptoms that

could be from COVID-19

• if you are waiting for COVID-19 test results, or have tested positive for COVID-19

• if you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19, or

If you have had another vaccine, for example the influenza vaccination, in the 14 days

before your COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Please let us know as we may need to

reschedule your appointment.

AFTER VACCINATION

patients will need to wait 15 minutes prior to leaving, and notify of any adverse reaction.

All vaccinations will be recorded on the Australian Immunisation register and our clinical records.

Your Vaccination records can be seen online using your MYGOV account, Register here : https://my.gov.au/EnrolService/enrolService.htm?_flowId=mgv2-enrolment-mg-flow&_flowExecutionKey=e2s1

or download the Express Plus Medicare app at: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/medicare/express-plus-medicare-mobile-app

More information is Here: https://www.doctorbulkbill.com.au/covid-vaccine-certificates/

Here is a video on how to download your vaccination certificate: https://au.yahoo.com/news/vaccination-certificate-android-device-052939009.html

What if I don’t have a smart phone or can’t use myGov?

Printed COVID-19 digital certificates are accepted as proof of vaccination status.

The AIR can be contacted directly on 1800 653 809 and will send a paper copy of the certificate within 14 days via post.

The Immunisation register has lost a small percentage of notifications, if you dont see your vaccine notification let us know and we can re-send it.

The vaccine remains a key component of the WHO backed COVAX program, with the WHO, the EMA, and the MHRA continuing to state that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh any possible side effects.

A Public Health England study found in May that two doses of AstraZeneca OR Pfizer were 66 – 88% effective against the Indian coronavirus strain, or variant B617.

AstraZeneca can be given to anyone with:

Pfizer is preferred for anyone with:

PFIZER VACCINE CONTAINS:

((4-hydroxybutyl)azanediyl)bis(hexane6,1-diyl)bis(2-hexyldecanoate) (ALC-0315)

2-[(polyethylene glycol)-2000]-N, N-ditetradecylacetamide (ALC-0159)

Distearoylphosphatidylcholine (DSPC)

Cholesterol

Potassium chloride

Monobasic potassium phosphate

Sodium chloridE

Dibasic sodium phosphate dihydrate

CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR PFIZER VACCINE:

People with a history of severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine should not take it.

Any cardiomyopathy, heart failure, inflammatory heart condition

There are currently no efficacy or safety data for children below the age of 12 years. Until such data are available, individuals below 12 years of age should not be routinely vaccinated.

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