COVID-19 (Comirnaty® LP.8.1, Pfizer)

Most people tolerate the vaccine well. The most common side effects are soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or headache. These usually settle within a day or two. Serious side effects are very rare.

Comirnaty® is the brand name for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The latest version (LP.8.1) has been updated to target currently circulating variants.

Protection builds within 2–3 weeks of vaccination and helps reduce the risk of severe illness and hospitalisation. Immunity may gradually wane over time, so boosters are updated and offered to improve protection against new variants.

It is licensed for adults and young people aged 12 years and over.