Can you get a flu shot the same day as Cosentyx?
Yes. A flu shot (inactivated influenza vaccine) can generally be given at the same time as Cosentyx (secukinumab), including on the same day. Cosentyx does not prevent you from receiving an inactivated flu vaccine.
What about the type of flu vaccine (shot vs nasal spray)?
This mainly depends on whether the flu vaccine is inactivated or live:
- A flu shot is usually an inactivated vaccine, which is compatible with Cosentyx.
- The nasal-spray flu vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine and is typically avoided with biologic immune-modulating medicines like Cosentyx.
Does timing matter if they’re not given on the same day?
Same-day dosing is often acceptable, but if your clinician prefers spacing doses for monitoring side effects, they may recommend separating them. In practice, the key point is that the vaccine type (inactivated vs live) matters more than the exact day.
What should patients watch for after getting both?
You can expect typical vaccine effects (like soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or fatigue). Contact your clinician if you have severe reactions or symptoms that concern you. If you’ve had prior vaccine reactions, tell your clinician before getting the shot.
Who should check first before getting a flu shot on Cosentyx?
Ask your prescribing clinician or pharmacist first if:
- you were advised to avoid live vaccines,
- you have a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccines,
- you’re receiving other immune-modifying therapies.
If you tell me which flu vaccine you mean (the standard flu shot vs nasal spray) and your Cosentyx dose schedule, I can help you align the safest option to your situation.