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Covid vaccine for peopl on blood thinner

2021-05-22 16:38:46
My father under gone pituitary tumor(non cancerous) 5 years back and after that post surgery he got facial paralysis. Doctor asked to take blood thinner (ecosprin 150mg) . He is still taking that tablet.could he take covid vaccine now? Will there be any side effects since he is on blood thinner? If yes, Which one will be fine covaxin or covishield?
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Yes he can take vaccine No adverse effects have been noted with blood  thinners Bith covaxin n covishield are good , ur choices

Answered2021-05-22 16:48:18

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