Shingrix Vaccine is a vaccine used to prevent herpes zoster (shingles), a painful skin rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus.

Introduction:
Shingrix Vaccine is a vaccine used to prevent herpes zoster (shingles), a painful skin rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It stimulates the immune system and prevents the infection. The vaccine is recommended for adults aged 50 and older.

Dosage Form:
Injection

Side Effects:

• Soreness at the injection site
• Muscle pain
• Fatigue
• Headache

How to Use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How it Works:
Shingrix Vaccine helps develop immunity against varicella zoster virus (VZV) by initiating a mild infection. This type of infection does not cause illness but stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies (proteins) to protect against any future infections.

Quick Tips:

• Individuals who are 50 years or older should consider getting the Shingrix Vaccine to protect themselves against shingles. Even if one has had shingles before the vaccine can help prevent future outbreaks.
• The vaccine is administered as a two-dose series with the second dose given 2 to 6 months after the first. Make sure to complete both doses for full protection against shingles.
• Shingrix Vaccine is highly effective at preventing shingles and its complications including postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) a painful condition that can occur after shingles.
• Like any other vaccine Shingrix Vaccine can cause side effects such as soreness at the injection site muscle pain fatigue and headache. However these side effects are usually mild and resolve on their own within a few days.