Note: This document contains side effect information about ebola zaire vaccine, live. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Ervebo.
Applies to ebola zaire vaccine, live: intramuscular suspension.
Serious side effects of Ervebo
Along with its needed effects, ebola zaire vaccine, live (the active ingredient contained in Ervebo) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking ebola zaire vaccine, live:
More common
- Fever
Incidence not known
- Cough
- difficulty with swallowing
- dizziness
- fast heartbeat
- hives, itching, rash
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- tightness in the chest
- troubled breathing
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Other side effects of Ervebo
Some side effects of ebola zaire vaccine, live may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Headache
- joint or muscle pain
- nausea
- redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
- Sweating
