Spikevax

Generic name: COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA
Dosage form: suspension for injection, for intramuscular use
Drug class:Viral vaccines

Medically reviewed by Judith Stewart, BPharm. Last updated on Feb 10, 2022.

What is Spikevax?

Spikevax is a vaccine to help protect you against COVID-19. Spikevax is for people 18 years of age and older. Vaccination with Spikevax may not protect all people who receive the vaccine.

What is the difference between Spikevax and the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine?

The FDA-approved Spikevax (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) and the Moderna COVID19 Vaccine authorized for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for individuals 18 years of age and older can be used interchangeably without presenting any safety or effectiveness concerns.

When used under the FDA approval the vaccine is called Spikevax and when used under EUA it is called the Moderna COVID19 Vaccine.

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   *a single booster dose to individuals 18 years of age and older who have:

• completed a primary series with Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine or Spikevax (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA)
• completed primary vaccination with another authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine.

1. The booster schedule is based on the labeling information of the vaccine used for the primary series. Please check with your healthcare provider regarding timing of the booster dose.

Who should not receive Spikevax?

You should not receive Spikevax if you:

• had a severe allergic reaction after receiving a previous dose of Spikevax (also called Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine)
• had a severe allergic reaction to any ingredient of this vaccine (see What are the ingredients in Spikevax?)

What should I tell my healthcare provider?

Tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

• have any allergies
• had a severe allergic reaction after receiving a previous dose of any COVID-19 vacci..