Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose
From 10th January, 2022, the Government of India has started administering the ‘precautionary dose’ of the COVID-19 vaccine to those above 60 years of age and with comorbidities, as well as healthcare and frontline workers.
The two main vaccines that have been approved in India, Covishield and Covaxni, are given in two doses. This makes the precautionary dose, also known as booster dose, the third one for those eligible. We’ve curated the most frequently asked questions and listed them below to help those who’re looking for more information related to this.
1. What is a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose?
A COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Shot is an additional dose of the vaccine that is administered to people who have already received their recommended two doses of COVID- 19 vaccination. It is also referred to as the ‘precautionary dose’ in India.
2. Why is a booster dose of vaccine required?
The COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Shots have been found to improve the immunity of an individual to combat an infection of COVID-19. As the effect of vaccines wanes over time, a booster dose of the vaccine helps to improve immunity by increasing neutralising antibody levels.
3. When to take a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine?
The COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Shots should be taken 9 months from the date of the second dose of the vaccine.
4. Who can get a COVID-19 vaccine booster?
A booster dose or precautionary dose is recommended at present for people aged above 60 years and who have comorbidities such as diabetes, cardiac issues etc.
5. What are COVID-19 booster side effects?
Common side effects that may be seen with the COVID-19 vaccine include pain and redness with some swelling at the injection site. People may also complain of mild fever, tiredness, muscle pain and headache. Please remember that not everyone will experience all or any of these side effects.
6. Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine booster?
COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Shots will be made available to people eligible at designated vaccination centres from January 10th, 2022.
7. What is the difference between a booster and an additional dose?
There is no difference; they are both the same.
8. Does my COVID-19 booster or additional dose have to be the same vaccine that I got before?
Yes, the COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Shot should be the same vaccine that the person has taken earlier.
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