Name: Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s
Brand: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
SKU: 1299659
Price: 9789.11 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

How is Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s given?

Accepted Answer

Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s is administered as an injection into the upper arm muscle, consisting of two doses given 2 to 6 months apart.

Question 2

How effective is Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s?

Accepted Answer

Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s is over 90% effective in preventing shingles and its complications in people aged 50 and older, with sustained effectiveness as age increases.

Question 3

Who should get the Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s is recommended for adults aged 50 and older, particularly those aged 50-59, as the risk of shingles increases with age.

Question 4

What is Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s and what does it protect against?

Accepted Answer

Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s is a vaccine that prevents shingles (herpes zoster) in adults aged 50 and older, caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus.

Question 5

Are there any side effects of the Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s are generally mild and temporary, including pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, fever, and upset stomach.

Question 6

Can Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s be given to people with weakened immune systems?

Accepted Answer

Shingrix 50mcg Vaccine 1s is considered safe for individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or on immunosuppressive therapy, but consultation with a doctor is advised before vaccination.

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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