Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic)

Brand Names : Varivax

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Fever over 39 �C (102 �F)

Less common

Varicella-like skin rash

Rare

Black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; confusion; difficulty in breathing or swallowing; hives; irritability; itching, especially of feet or hands; muscle or joint pain; pinpoint red spots on skin; reddening of skin, especially around ears; severe or continuing headache; stiff neck; swelling of eyes, face, or inside of nose; swelling of glands in neck; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness, sudden and severe; vomiting

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Fever of 37.7 �C (100 �F) or higher but not above 39 �C (102 �F); pain, redness or soreness at injection site

Less common

Abdominal pain; common cold; congestion; cough; diarrhea; nausea; sore throat

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.