Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated (0.5ml)

DESCRIPTION

Biovac V 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. Biovac V 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.

INTRODUCTION

In Prevention of Chickenpox Biovac V 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.

USE OF

Prevention of Chickenpox

BENEFITS

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Vaccines|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::VACCINES|Action Class::Live attenuated vaccines

HOW TO USE

Biovac V 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.

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biovac V Vaccine. Please consult your doctor. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Biovac V 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 – Biovac V 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 – Biovac V Vaccine may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Biovac V Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac V Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Biovac V Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Biovac V Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Biovac V Vaccine, please consult your doctor.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Fever | Rash

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LIVER INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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FAQ

Q. Is Biovac V Vaccine live or inactivated?::: Biovac V 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.| Q. How is Biovac V Vaccine administered?::: Biovac V 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 Biovac V Vaccine.| Q. Who should not get Biovac V Vaccine?::: Biovac V Vaccine should not be given to people who are allergic to Biovac V 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 Biovac V Vaccine. Pregnant females too should not be administered Biovac V Vaccine.| Q. What are the possible side effects of Biovac V Vaccine?::: The possible side effects of Biovac V 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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