Okavax Vaccine
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Product introduction
Okavax 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.
Okavax Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Okavax Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of Okavax Injection
Benefits of Okavax Injection
In Prevention of Chickenpox
Okavax 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.
Side effects of Okavax Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Okavax
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Fever
- Rash
How to use Okavax Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Okavax Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Okavax 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
Okavax 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
Okavax Vaccine may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Okavax Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Okavax Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Okavax Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Okavax Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Okavax 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 Okavax Vaccine if you are pregnant or have a weak immune system.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Live attenuated vaccines
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Okavax Vaccine live or inactivated?
Okavax 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.
How is Okavax Vaccine administered?
Okavax 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 Okavax Vaccine.
Who should not get Okavax Vaccine?
Okavax Vaccine should not be given to people who are allergic to Okavax 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 Okavax Vaccine. Pregnant females too should not be administered Okavax Vaccine.
What are the possible side effects of Okavax Vaccine?
The possible side effects of Okavax 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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Country of origin: India
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