Varicella Virus Vaccine Live : Proper Use (Varivax)

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Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic)

Brand Names : Varivax

Varicella Virus Vaccine Live | Before Using | Proper Use | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Dosing - The dose of varicella virus vaccine live will be different for different patients. The following information includes only the average doses of varicella virus vaccine live.

For injection dosage form:
- For prevention of varicella (chickenpox):
  - Adults and children 13 years of age and older - One dose injected under the skin, followed by a second dose four to eight weeks later.
  - Children 12 months to 12 years of age - One dose injected under the skin.
  - Children younger than 12 months of age - Use is not recommended.

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