5% of adverse reaction reports in Ireland 2023 for Covid-19 vaccines, down from 26% in 2022; antineoplastic medicines dominate total reports.

Covid-19 vaccines made up 5% of adverse reaction reports to medicines in Ireland in 2023, down from 26% in 2022, with 400 incidents reported. Antineoplastic medicines, used in cancer treatment, accounted for the majority of adverse reaction reports. The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) continues to closely monitor suspected side effects, particularly those resulting in fatal outcomes.

August 15, 2024
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