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Generic: chickenpox vaccine View All Brands Varivax A viral vaccine - It is used to prevent infections of chickpox				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor for regular check ups. This vaccine, like all vaccines, may not fully protect everyone. After receiving this vaccine it may be possible to pass chickenpox infection to others. For up to 6 weeks, avoid people with immune system problems, pregnant women who have not had chickenpox, and newborns of women who have not had chickenpox. Talk to your doctor for more information. Do not become pregnant for 3 months after taking this vaccine. Women should inform their doctor if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant. There is a potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. Talk to your health care professional or pharmacist for more information. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue breathing problems extreme changes in behavior feeling faint or lightheaded, falls fever over 102 degrees F pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth seizures unusually weak or tired Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): aches or pains chickenpox- like rash diarrhea low- grade fever under 102 degrees F loss of appetite nausea, vomiting redness, pain, swelling at site where injected sleepy trouble sleeping This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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