I'm a bit worried about smoking after getting the Covaxin shot. The nurse told me not to smoke but didn't give me a specific timeframe to wait. Could you clarify how long I should avoid smoking post-vaccination?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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There's no specific time frame recommended for waiting to smoke after receiving the Covaxin vaccination. However, it's generally advised to avoid smoking for as long as possible after vaccination, as smoking can weaken the immune system and reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm a bit worried about smoking after getting the Covaxin shot. The nurse told me not to smoke but didn't give me a specific timeframe to wait. Could you clarify how long I should avoid smoking post-vaccination?

There's no specific time frame recommended for waiting to smoke after receiving the Covaxin vaccination. However, it's generally advised to avoid smoking for as long as possible after vaccination, as smoking can weaken the immune system and reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

More General Physician/ Internal Medicine Health Queries

Is it safe for me to start taking RevitalH without consulting a doctor first? I read that it's a mix of vitamins and minerals, but I'm worried about any potential side effects or interactions with other medications I might be on. What would you recommend?

I'm not feeling well since last Sunday. I have a fever and body pain, and I'm also feeling very weak. My appetite has dropped, and every time I eat, I feel like I might vomit. Any advice on what I should do?

I'm wondering if fasting is necessary for a Vitamin B12 blood test. I had mine done about 3 hours after lunch, and now I'm second-guessing whether that might have affected the results. Should I think about getting it retested?

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