Varilrix Varicella Vaccine 0.5 ml - 1 Vial Injection

Product Overview:

• Varilrix (Varicella - commonly known as chickenpox) is a common childhood disease that causes fever, skin rash, and a breakout of fluid-filled blisters on the skin. Varicella virus vaccine is used to help prevent this disease in adults and children who are at least 12 months old.


• Varilrix is given as a shot, usually in two doses. Common side effects include discomfort or swelling where the shot was given, fever, and mild rash.
• This Product Contains 0.5 ml - 1 Vial Injection

Key Features:

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  This vaccine works by exposing you to a small dose of the virus or a protein from the virus, which causes the body to develop immunity to the disease. This vaccine will not treat an active infection that has already developed in the body.

  
  


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  Like any vaccine, varicella virus vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person.

  
  

How it Works:

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  Varilrix is made from a live, weakened form of the varicella virus. It triggers the body’s immune response to make a type of protein (antibodies) against varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. If you have antibodies against this virus, your body is better able to fight it, which may help keep you from getting sick.

  
  

Benefits:

• Vaccine that helps protect against chickenpox. Chickenpox is a very contagious illness caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It helps your immune system learn how to fight the virus.

Directions for Use:

• This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) under the skin or into a muscle. You will receive this injection in a doctor's office, clinic setting, or pharmacy.


• Any person who has never had chickenpox or received this vaccine should get 1 or 2 doses of varicella vaccine.


• Children from 1 to 12 years old should receive 2 doses. The booster dose may be given at least 3 months after the first, but may be delayed until the child is 4 to 6 years old.


• People who are at least 13 years old and have never had chickenpox or received a varicella vaccine should receive 2 doses 4 to 8 weeks apart.


• Your individual booster schedule may be different from these guidelines. Follow your doctor's instructions or the schedule recommended by your local health department.

Active Ingredients:

• Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated

Side Effects:

While less common, the most serious side effects of Varilrix are described below, along with what to do if they happen.

Severe Allergic Reactions. Varilrix may cause allergic reactions, which can be serious. Get help right away if you have any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. 

• Breathing problems or wheezing


• Racing heart


• Fever or general ill feeling


• Swollen lymph nodes


• Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat


• Trouble swallowing or throat tightness


• Itching or skin rash


• Bumps on the skin called hives that can be red, pink, white, or brown


• depending on your skin tone


• Nausea or vomiting


• Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting


• Stomach cramps


• Joint pain

Common side effects may include:

• Fever


• Pain, itching, swelling, or redness near the injection site


• Feeling irritable


• Rash that looks like chickenpox on the body or near the injection site


• Headache


• Tiredness

Cautions & Warnings:

• It is very important that you or your child return to your doctor’s office at the right time if you or your child needs a second dose of the vaccine. Be sure to notify your doctor of any side effects that may occur after you or your child receive this vaccine.


• You should not receive this vaccine if you are using medicine that weakens the immune system (including cancer medicine or steroid medicine).


• Do not become pregnant for 3 months after receiving varicella virus vaccine. There is a chance that this vaccine may cause problems during pregnancy. If you think you have become pregnant, tell your doctor right away. Your doctor may want you to join a pregnancy registry for patients receiving this vaccine.


• Tell your doctor that you or your child have received this vaccine:


• If you are to receive blood transfusions or other blood products within 5 months of receiving this vaccine.
  If you are to receive any other live virus vaccines within 1 to 3 months after receiving this vaccine.
  If you are to receive varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG) or other immune globulins within 2 months after receiving this vaccine.
  This vaccine may cause a serious allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after you receive the vaccine.


• Do not use aspirin or medicines containing aspirin (eg, certain cold medicines) for 6 weeks after receiving this vaccine. Carefully check the label of any pain, headache, or cold medicine you or your child use to be sure it does not contain aspirin or salicylic acid.

Pregnancy Warnings:

• Pregnancy should be avoided for 1 to 3 months after vaccination.


• Wild-type varicella can cause congenital varicella infection, but it is not known if vaccine strains may cause fetal harm. Fetal damage has not been documented with varicella vaccines. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.


• All exposures to varicella containing vaccines during pregnancy or within 3 months prior to conception should be reported as suspected adverse reactions.

Breastfeeding Warnings:

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  Caution is recommended.

  
  

  Excreted into human milk: Unknown
  Excreted into animal milk: Data not available

  
  

Storage:

• Cold stored : Stored between 2-8°C


• Varilrix vaccines usually given by a health care provider in a pharmacy, hospital, or clinic. You will not store it at home.

FAQ:

• Q:Why did I get chickenpox even though I've been vaccinated??
  A:Previous vaccination with the varicella vaccine does not always guarantee that a person will not develop chickenpox symptoms. However, if they do, these symptoms are usually much milder than in an unvaccinated person. About 15% – 20% of people who have received one dose of varicella vaccine will still get chickenpox if they are exposed to the virus. Children who have received two doses of the vaccine have a less than 7% chance of getting chickenpox.

• Q:Who should not get Varilrix?
  A:Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to any of the following should not receive Varilrix.

• Varilrix
• Varicella virus vaccine live
• A previous dose of varicella-containing vaccine

• Q:What should I know about Varilrix before getting it?
  A:Varilrix is a shot that must be administered by a health care provider. The vaccine is injected into the muscle or under the skin.

• Q:What should I tell my health care provider before getting Varilrix?
  A:Tell your health care provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them know if Varilrix is right for you.

• Q How is this vaccine given?
  A:This vaccine is given as an injection (shot) under the skin or into a muscle. You will receive this injection in a doctor's office, clinic setting, or pharmacy.