The flu vaccine is typically taken in a muscle, with the specific location depending on age.
Flu Vaccine Administration Sites
The flu vaccine can be administered in different ways, including a shot with a needle, a jet injection, or as a nasal spray. When administered as a shot, the location varies based on age:
- Older children and adults: The flu shot is usually given in a muscle in the arm.
- Younger children: May get the flu shot in a thigh muscle.
| Age Group | Injection Site |
|---|---|
| Older Children/Adults | Arm Muscle |
| Younger Children | Thigh Muscle |
