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Tixagevimab and cilgavimab is used to help prevent COVID-19 in immunosuppressed people who may not be fully protected by COVID-19 vaccines, or when vaccines are not recommended.
Tixagevimab and cilgavimab is given as two injections into a muscle by a health professional. You will be given both injections at the same appointment.
You will need to wait after having your injections to check you don’t have an allergic reaction.
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.
Tixagevimab and cilgavimab is a new medicine. All the possible side effects are not known at this time.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing |
Tell your health professional immediately |
Symptoms of heart problems including: fluttering, pounding or pain in your chest, feeling your heart skips a beat, dizziness or fainting |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Swollen feet or legs, short of breath |
Tell your doctor |
Irritation or pain at injection site |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.