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It is not known how painkillers may affect the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.

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Video. Painkillers not recommended before a COVID-19 vaccine - health experts

Updated: 23/06/2021 - 20:52 GMT+2

Misleading posts online have suggested that people should take antihistamines or painkillers before getting their coronavirus vaccine, but the WHO has warned against this.

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