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Pneumovax

Pneumovax

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Irritation at injection site
Malaise
Fever
Headache
Chills
Joint pains
Vomiting
Nausea
Muscle pain
Aching muscles
Painful swollen joints
Rash

Serious

Numbness or tingling
Paresthesia
Loss of strength

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