What are the side effects?

Common side effects of the flu vaccine can include a slightly raised temperature, aching muscles, and the arm you were injected in may also feel a bit sore for a couple of days. In very rare cases, people can have allergic reactions to vaccines, which happens within minutes and our teams are trained to deal with this. Remember that having a flu vaccination can’t give you flu. You can find out more here. 

We will send you an email with the patient information leaflet for the flu vaccine following your appointment; this will give you all of the extra information you’ll need.

If after a few days you don't feel any better or you experience more severe side effects, you should call 111.

More frequently asked questions on the flu vaccine

• How will the Pharmacy2U flu vaccination appointment work?
• How effective is the flu vaccine?
• Who will be administering the vaccination?
• Where is the location for the flu jab?
• Can I book an appointment for other people?
• Does this cost the NHS more than getting my vaccination through my GP?
• Is there anyone who should not have the flu vaccine?
• How do I cancel or amend my booking?