SHINGRIX

Vaccine against shingles and as a prevention of its complications such as postherpetic neuralgia.
It is primarily intended for individuals over 50 years of age or 18 years of age or older at increased risk of shingles (immune deficiency).
The vaccine is not intended to protect against chickenpox. The vaccine is injected into the upper arm.

Vaccination schedule:

• Vaccination is given in 2 doses between 2-6 months.
• No vaccination has been prescribed.

When is it necessary to postpone vaccination?

• You must not be acutely ill (acute febrile illness) at the time of vaccination.
• On the day of application, it is not recommended to exercise, visit the sauna, solarium or consume alcoholic beverages.
• No specific spacing from other vaccines is necessary.

Most commonly reported side effects:

• Soreness, tenderness, redness and swelling at the injection site.
• General muscle pain, headache, temperature.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding:

• It is recommended to postpone vaccination during pregnancy.
• Vaccine administration during breastfeeding has not been evaluated.