For Orencia (abatacept) weekly injections, the guidance is as follows:

- COVID-19 Vaccine: Skip one week before and one week after the first vaccine dose only. There is no need to skip abatacept before or after the second vaccine dose
- Flu Vaccine: There are no specific recommendations provided in the context for holding Show Full Answer

For Orencia (abatacept) weekly injections, the guidance is as follows:

- COVID-19 Vaccine: Skip one week before and one week after the first vaccine dose only. There is no need to skip abatacept before or after the second vaccine dose.
- Flu Vaccine: There are no specific recommendations provided in the context for holding off Orencia injections after the flu vaccine.

Always consult with your rheumatologist to tailor the advice to your specific situation.

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