Varivax Vaccine is indicated for active immunization for prevention of chickenpox in individuals 12 months of age and older.

Introduction:
Varivax Vaccine is a vaccine that helps develop immunity by initiating a mild infection. It is generally given as an injection under the skin or into the muscle of the upper arm in two doses. It is indicated for active immunization for prevention of chickenpox in individuals 12 months of age and older.

Dosage Form:
Injection

Side Effects:

• No common side effects listed.

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

How it Works:
Varivax 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.

Quick Tips:

• Varivax 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 Varivax Vaccine if you are pregnant or have a weak immune system.

Interacting Drugs:

• Azathioprine
• Mercaptopurine
• Methotrexate
• Mycophenolate mofetil