What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? N! s% ]# n$ B8 Q6 g6 r+ X! T . K+ C/ b: g; N4 ?: K" pThe Flu Shot * u2 v( p/ t. u. p* m# Y; P: A5 e% Z9 [0 V* d
This vaccine is given by injection, usually into the upper arm. The flu shot is made from dead influenza virus and cannot give you the flu. ( Z9 G+ _1 j- \* r% A
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) - \: H1 C8 x0 B$ K & B4 @6 m5 _: @- R+ VThis flu vaccine is sprayed into the nose. While it is a live vaccine, the virus has been weakened so that it cannot cause the flu, though you may experience flu-like symptoms.