Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus

Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus is a type of vaccine that contains a minimum of 19,400 plaque-forming units (PFU) of the Oka/Merck strain of live, attenuated varicella-zoster virus. It is sterile and does not contain any preservatives.the vaccine is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) in the upper arm.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Bacterial Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Uncoordinated Body Movements

• Itching

• Eye Irritation

• Increased Saliva Production

• Nausea

• Renal Injury

• Increased Sensitivity To Light

• Eye Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Allergic Reaction

• Tingling Sensation

• Eye Surface Inflammation

• Vomiting

• Abnormal Blood Cell

• Drooping Eyelids

• Altered Pupil Size

• Increased Bilirubin In The Blood

• Pain

• Skin Redness

• Numbness

• Disorientation

• Increased Production Of Tears

• Abnormal Eye Sensation

• Increased Intraocular Tension

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Fever

• Ear Damage

• Blurred Vision

• Mouth Ulcers

• Premature Destruction Of Red Blood Cells

• Allergy

• Confusion

• Thinning Of Eyes

• Swelling

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus does not usually affect your ability to drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is limited information available on the use of Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus as ingredient

• Varilrix Vaccine

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Zostavax Vaccine

  MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication works by producing an immune response to VZV. It also produces cell-mediated as well as humoral immune responses to VZV, thus protection against chickenpox is provided.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.