Can it give me flu?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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No. It contains no live influenza virus and cannot cause influenza, although temporary aches, fever or injection-site soreness can occur.

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influenza vaccine (surface antigen, inactivated) · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

The answer

No. It contains no live influenza virus and cannot cause influenza, although temporary aches, fever or injection-site soreness can occur.

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