{"id":74833,"date":"2021-11-15T07:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-14T23:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=74833"},"modified":"2021-11-15T02:50:22","modified_gmt":"2021-11-14T18:50:22","slug":"chose-moderna-instead-pfizer-booster-shot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/15\/chose-moderna-instead-pfizer-booster-shot\/","title":{"rendered":"I Chose Moderna instead of Pfizer as my Booster Shot"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When I received the invite to go for my third jab (or booster shot), I waited a few days. The reason is that I am undecided if I want to take Moderna or Pfizer. Both of them are mRNA vaccines and based on reports (which I think is not a lot), it is fine to mix (aka cocktail).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BTW, I know that there is not much change to the process (1st dose<\/a>, 2nd dose<\/a>). I just want to record my COVID-19<\/a> vaccine journey here. My first SMS came in on 1st November 2021 with a unique link for me to register for the booster shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I googled for information on mixing Vaccines. They are classified as compatible and I read that my friend has the Moderna booster vaccine despite having Pfizer in the initial shots when he posted on social media. This boosted my confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few days later, another SMS arrived to remind me to register for my booster shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I wonder how many reminders will they send if I don’t react to it. I did not hesitate this time. I registered within the same day. Things to note are that you have to find one location that has the vaccine that you want. In my case, I chose Punggol 21 Community Club since it has Moderna and I live in the East. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On arrival, there are many support staff. Kudos to them for doing this job on a weekend. There were not many people for the shots though. From the arrival to taking the jab, it takes a few minutes. During each station, there were repeated questions on whether I know why I am there and which vaccine I had chosen and which vaccine I had taken previously. The rest of the questions are whether I had COVID-19 before or any of the family members had COVID-19 and other questions like allergies and etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the nurse (or doctor) is satisfied, the shot is administered. There was no pain at all and it happens so fast. Do note that if you are taking a Moderna booster shot, they will half the dosage of the vaccine. If you are taking Pfizer, it will be the usual dosage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the dosage used for booster vaccination?<\/strong><\/p>

The dosages for booster vaccination by vaccine types are:

– 50 mcg for the Moderna vaccine
– 30 mcg for the Pfizer-BioNTech\/Comirnaty vaccine

The booster dosage of the Moderna vaccine is less than the 100 mcg used for the first two doses. This is because data has shown that a 50 mcg dose effectively boosts the immune protection against COVID-19. If you have received a 100 mcg dose for your booster vaccination, there are no safety concerns in having done so.

The booster dosage of the Pfizer-BioNTech\/Comirnaty vaccine is the same as that used for the first two doses.<\/p>MOH | FAQs – Booster Doses<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

After the jab, I have to wait for another 30 minutes for observation. Some interesting things I observed since I am sitting near the entrance during the 30 minutes. Many came for the booster shots. The staff becomes excited if someone is here for the first dosage which I believe is not a lot considering that Singapore has 85% of the nation fully vaccinated (2 doses).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here is what I received after the observation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In fact, before the 30 minutes is up, you can download the status (on a PDF file) on HealthHub app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I was advised to avoid these activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I feel now?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is more than 12 hours since my booster shot. My arm is aching and I feel a little uncomfortable (feverish) which is within the expectation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, based on the recent cases in Singapore, I think that vaccination definitely helps in reducing the symptoms of COVID-19. I have friends who had recovered from COVID-19 in their homes. The effect or reaction to COVID-19 is based on the person’s physical conditions and how they can overcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are my personal opinions. Should you contract or suspect to contract COVID-19, please seek the proper advice shared by MOH. Please go to MOH official website for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living with COVID-19<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And if you still have doubts over the mixing of Vaccines, here is an article<\/a> for your reference. I wonder if I have to write another summary of the next booster shot in half a year or not. In any case, stay safe!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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