Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
COVID Vaccine n Flu Shot
Person fully vaccinated with COVID vaccine. should take yearly Flu Shot or no need at all. is there any overlap
Answers (6)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
There is no overlap, covid vaccination is different from flu shot, yearly flu shot can be continued apart from covid vaccination
Next Steps
consult pulmonologist for further guidance
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+167
COVID Vaccine is meant for COVID Virus, and flu vaccine directed against influenza virus. Hence both need to be taken for their respective benefits.
Next Steps
consult Pulmonologist for detail discussion regarding guidelines
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Can take regularly
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hi. I understand your concern. Should take yearly flu shot as advised with a gap of 4 week between two vaccine
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Yes he can take regularly
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Can take as per the schedule. Covid and flu are different.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.