Zostavax (Zoster Vaccine) Vial

Zostavax Vial is a medicine used in adults 50 years of age or older to prevent herpes zoster (also called shingles). It contains a weakened chickenpox virus (varicella-zoster virus). It works by helping your immune system protect you from getting herpes zoster.

It is given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It prevents the nerve pain that can follow herpes zoster (shingles) in some people. It does not protect everyone, so some people who get the Vial may still get the disease. It cannot be used to treat herpes zoster or the nerve pain that may follow shingles, once you have it.

The most common side effects of this medicine include redness, pain, itching, swelling, or bruising where the shot was given. It may also cause fever, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. If these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the Vial is safe for you, before receiving the Vial, it is important to let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.

Uses Of Zostavax Vial

• Prevention of Herpes zoster

Benefits Of Zostavax Vial

In Prevention Of Herpes Zoster

Zostavax Vial helps prevent Herpes zoster infection, a viral infection that causes a painful rash. The Vial induces persistent immunity to the viral infection in healthy children and adults. It also has the potential to lower the risk of reactivation of latent virus (latent virus means that the virus is in a resting phase, and is not producing more active viruses). It is given as an Vial by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Keeping the immune system healthy, is the best way to prevent it. Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing herpes zoster infection.

Side Effects Of Zostavax Vial

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Zostavax

• Fever
• Headache
• Vial site itching
• Pain
• Skin rash
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Swelling
• Upper respiratory tract infection

How To Use Zostavax Vial

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Zostavax Vial Works

Zostavax Vial is a Vial. It helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness, but it does stimulate the body’s immune system to produce antibodies to protect against any future infections.