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Variped Vaccine

Salt Composition: VARICELLA VACCINE, LIVE IP

₹2000.00₹2500.00

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Categories: Oncology

Conditions: Anti Cancer

Product Introduction

Variped Vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine manufactured by MSD. It is used to help protect both adults and children from varicella (chickenpox). Variped Vaccine is given to persons 12 months of age and older. The vaccine is administered according to the recommended chickenpox vaccination schedule in India. Follow the dosage as prescribed by your doctor.

Vaccines are administered to protect against infectious diseases. This medicine does not provide complete protection against naturally acquired chickenpox.

Do not use this vaccine if you are allergic to Varicella vaccine, neomycin, gelatin, or any of its ingredients.

Avoid use if you have:

• Blood disorders

• Malignant cancers affecting the immune system

• Receipt of immunosuppressive therapy

• A weakened immune system due to illnesses such as HIV or AIDS, or medications

• A family history of immunodeficiency

• Active untreated tuberculosis

• Fever

Do not take this vaccine if you are pregnant. Pregnancy should be avoided for one month after vaccination. Use effective birth control to avoid pregnancy.

Before taking the vaccine, inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, if you are a pregnant woman who has never had chickenpox, or if you are the mother of a newborn baby who has never had chickenpox.

Variped Vaccine is available from authorised healthcare providers and pharmacies. When comparing Variped with Varilrix vaccine, consult your healthcare provider to determine the most suitable option for your specific needs and medical history.

Uses

Variped Vaccine uses are Prevents chickenpox in adults and children.

How it works

Variped Vaccine works by weakening or inactivating the virus in the body, which tells the immune system to build defenses against it. This protection helps prevent infection or reduce the severity of the disease if you come into contact with the actual virus later on.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Variped Vaccine side effects are Common Fever Redness, pain, sensitivity to touch, and swelling at the injection site Upper respiratory tract infection (nose, throat, airway) Irritability Rash, including varicella-like rash Itching at the injection site

References

  1. Merck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Sept 2023] [Accessed on 28th July 2023], pil.5582.pdf (medicines.org.uk)
  2. Merck & Co., Inc; Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Feb 2023] [Accessed on 28th July 2023], https://www.fda.gov/media/76000/download

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Variped Vaccine is unsafe during pregnancy. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or think you may be pregnant.

Lungs: Consult Your Doctor It is unknown whether Variped Vaccine is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Breastfeeding: Consult Your Doctor Variped Vaccine is unsafe during breastfeeding. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will determine if you should get this vaccine. Contact your doctor for more information.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS