Vaxapox
Therapeutic Group
Vaccine
Indication Dosage
The Varicella Virus Vaccine, also known as the Chicken Pox Vaccine, is used to protect against chickenpox, a contagious disease that causes an itchy rash and fever. This vaccine is given to prevent chickenpox and its complications, helping you stay healthy and avoid spreading the virus to others.
Active Immunisation Of Healthy Adults And Ado-lescents Found To Be Seronegative To Varicella-zoster:
By Sc Inj:
- Adults: 2 Doses Of 0.5 Ml At a Dose Interval Of 8 Weeks; Minimum Dose Interval of 6 Wk.
- Children Above 1-2 Yrs: Who Are In Close Contact Of Persons At High Risk Of Severe Infection, 1 Dose Of 0.5ml,
Content
- Inj: Varicella-zoster (oka Strain) Not Less Than 1000 Pfu Per 0.5 ml; Powder And Solvent For Solution For Injection
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
Contra Indications
- Acute Severe Febrile Illness, Hypersensitivity, Pregnancy; Ensure Adequate Contraception During And For Up To Three Months Following Course, Lacta-tion, Primary Or Acquired Immune-deficiency
Precautions
- Acute Severe Febrile Illness, Hypersensitivity, Pregnancy; Ensure Adequate Contraception During And For Up To Three Months Following Course, Lacta-tion, Primary Or Acquired Immune-deficiency
Lactation
- Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
- Injection Site Reactions
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headache
- Papulovesicular Rash