Zuvicella Vaccine 0.5 ml in 1 vial

All Details About Zuvicella Vaccine

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Zuvicella Vaccine

Description:

Zuvicella Vaccine is indicated for active immunization for prevention of chickenpox in individuals 12 months of age and older. It is generally given as an injection under the skin or into the muscle of the upper arm in two doses.

Zuvicella Vaccine is administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It protects the child from diseases that can be caused by the varicella virus. It is given to children between 12 months to 12 years of age and the second dose after a minimum gap of 3 months. For adolescents and adults as well, it is given in two doses a minimum of 4 weeks apart.

Some common side effects of this medicine include mild pain, swelling, and redness at the site of injection, rashes, and low-grade fever. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, let the doctor know. The doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the vaccine is safe, before receiving the vaccine, it is important to let the doctor know if you have any other illnesses. You should also tell the doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult and seek advice from their doctor before receiving the vaccine.

Uses:

Prevention of Chickenpox

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Zuvicella

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Fever

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zuvicella Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zuvicella Vaccine is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zuvicella Vaccine may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zuvicella Vaccine may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zuvicella Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zuvicella Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

Is Zuvicella Vaccine live or inactivated?

Zuvicella Vaccine is a live attenuated virus vaccine. It contains a weakened virus that helps stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against the actual infection causing virus. This helps protect the individual from getting infected in future, if exposed.

How is Zuvicella Vaccine administered?

Zuvicella Vaccine should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. It is usually given as an injection under your skin, either in the upper arm or in the outer thigh. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Zuvicella Vaccine.

Who should not get Zuvicella Vaccine?

Zuvicella Vaccine should not be given to people who are allergic to Zuvicella Vaccine or any of its ingredients or if they have had an allergic reaction to it earlier. Individuals who have compromised immunity such as HIV patients, and those that have fever must also refrain from getting vaccinated with Zuvicella Vaccine. Pregnant females too should not be administered Zuvicella Vaccine.

What are the possible side effects of Zuvicella Vaccine?

The possible side effects of Zuvicella Vaccine are fever, injection site itching, pain, skin rash, erythema (skin redness), and swelling. However, these are usually not bothersome and will resolve in sometime. If they don’t, consult your doctor.

Is Zuvicella Vaccine live or inactivated?

How is Zuvicella Vaccine administered?

Who should not get Zuvicella Vaccine?

What are the possible side effects of Zuvicella Vaccine?

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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