Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus
Information about Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus
Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus Uses
Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus is used to prevent herpes zoster.
Common side effects of Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus
Pain, Fever, Headache, Injection site itching, Skin rash, Erythema (skin redness), Swelling
Available Medicine for Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus
ZostavaxMSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹76501 variant(s)
Expert advice for Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus
- Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus helps prevent herpes zoster and the long-lasting nerve pain that follows it.
- It is used to vaccinate individuals 50 years of age or older.
- It is injected under the skin or into the muscle, preferably in the upper arm as a single dose.
- You may get a rash or mild fever, feel tired or sore at the site of the injection.
- Do not take Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus if you are pregnant or have a weak immune system.