Salt CompositionVaricella Vaccine (live) attenuated
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(>8 Months)
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Prevention of Chickenpox
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More About Okavax Vaccine 0.5ml
Benefits
In Prevention of Chickenpox Okavax Vaccine is the most effective way of preventing chickenpox. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. However, chickenpox is highly contagious. You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently. Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox. If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Okavax Vaccine 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.
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Okavax Vaccine . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Okavax Vaccine is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Okavax Vaccine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Not Safe: Okavax Vaccine may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Okavax Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Okavax Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Okavax Vaccine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Okavax Vaccine may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Okavax Vaccine is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Manufacturer Address
Sanofi House, CTS No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072
References
Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. p. 197
Gershon AA. Live Attenuated Varicella Vaccine. J Infect Dis. 1997;1:130-134 (04 Apr. 2019)
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Disclaimer
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