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Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated

Written By Dr. Radhika DuaReviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha
Last updated 13 Jun 2023 | 11:29 AM (UTC)

Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated Uses

Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated is used to prevent chickenpox.

How Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated works

Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated 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.

Common side effects of Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Fever
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Expert advice for Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated

  • Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated 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 Varicella Vaccine (live) attenuated if you are pregnant or have a weak immune system.