Please follow the aftercare advice for intramuscular injection, the below is very rare but should be read for your information:

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• You may experience some mild tenderness, redness or swelling around the injection site. These effects will usually resolve within 48 hours but may last longer in some cases.

• You may experience a small bruise around the injection site, this can take 1-2 weeks to resolve.

• If you experience any mild discomfort afterwards you can take a simple over the counter painkiller such as paracetamol.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you develop any signs or symptoms of skin infection around the injection site.Infection can present as hot, red, shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• Seek medical attention if you feel unwell or experience any significant side effects following the injection.

• Seek emergency medical attention in the rare event that you experience any severe allergy signs or anaphylaxis after the injection. These may include a rash, facial swelling and breathing difficulties.