Q-Can I take COVID- 19 Vaccine if I am on immunosuppressants?

Immunocompromised individuals may receive COVID-19 vaccination if they have no contraindications to vaccination. However, they should be counseled about the unknown vaccine safety profile and effectiveness in immunocompromised populations potential for reduced immune responses need to continue to follow all current guidance to protect themselves against COVID-19.


For persons who were vaccinated for COVID-19 while they were undergoing chemotherapy or treatment with other immunosuppressive drugs and who have since regained their immune competence, re-vaccination is not recommended at this time. Recommendations on re-vaccination or additional doses of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines may be updated as additional information is available.