Varicella Virus Vaccine is a live virus vaccine that is given as a shot. It is meant to help prevent the chickenpox. Chickenpox is sometimes called varicella. It contains a weakened form of chickenpox virus. Varicella virus vaccine works by helping the immune system protect the child from getting chickenpox.
How To Use
- Inject the vaccine subcutaneously into the outer aspect of the deltoid region of the upper arm or into the higher anterolateral area of the thigh.
- Each 0.5 mL dose of the varicella virus vaccine is administered subcutaneously.
- The first dose is administered at 12 to 15 months of age but maybe given anytime through 12 years of age.
- The second dose is administered at 4 to 6 years of age.
- For adolescents and adults two doses of varicella virus vaccine are administered at a minimum interval of 4 weeks.
- Use a sterile syringe free of preservatives, antiseptics, and detergents for each reconstitution and injection of the varicella virus vaccine.
- Follow the diet planrecommended by your doctor or dietician.
- Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
- Do not increase your dose or take this product more often than directed.
Expert Advice
Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical helpright away. Keep the vaccine out of the reach of children. Store varicella virus vaccine at room temperature. Keep it away from sunlight.
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