Varilrix Vaccine
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Product introduction
Varilrix 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.
Varilrix 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 of Varilrix Powder for Injection
Benefits of Varilrix Powder for Injection
In Prevention of Chickenpox
Varilrix Vaccine is the most effective way of preventing chickenpox. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. However, chickenpox is highly contagious. You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently. Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox. If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over.
Side effects of Varilrix Powder for Injection
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 Varilrix
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Fever
- Rash
How to use Varilrix Powder for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Varilrix Powder for Injection works
Varilrix Vaccine is a vaccine. 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Varilrix Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Varilrix Vaccine is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Varilrix Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Varilrix Vaccine may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Varilrix Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Varilrix Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Varilrix Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Varilrix Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Varilrix Powder for Injection?
If you miss a dose of Varilrix Vaccine, please consult your doctor.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Varilrix Vaccine helps prevent chickenpox.
- It is given as an injection under the skin or into the muscle of the upper arm.
- It is given as two doses. The second dose is given 4 to 8 weeks after the first dose.
- You may get a rash or mild fever, or you feel tired or sore at the site of the injection.
- Do not take Varilrix Vaccine if you are pregnant or have a weak immune system.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Live attenuated vaccines
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Varilrix Vaccine
Once A Month
69%
Once A Day
17%
Twice A Month
10%
Once A Week
4%
What are you using Varilrix Powder for Injection for?
Chickenpox
54%
Prevention of*
38%
Others
8%
*Prevention of chickenpox
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
60%
Average
27%
Poor
13%
What were the side-effects while using Varilrix Vaccine?
Fever
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Varilrix Powder for Injection?
With or witho*
75%
With food
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Varilrix Vaccine on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Is Varilrix Vaccine live or inactivated?
Varilrix 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 Varilrix Vaccine administered?
Varilrix 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 Varilrix Vaccine.
Who should not get Varilrix Vaccine?
Varilrix Vaccine should not be given to people who are allergic to Varilrix 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 Varilrix Vaccine. Pregnant females too should not be administered Varilrix Vaccine.
What are the possible side effects of Varilrix Vaccine?
The possible side effects of Varilrix 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.
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Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: Belgium
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