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Zoster vaccine (live-attenuated)

Class
Biologic agents
Subclass
Vaccines
Generic name
Zoster vaccine
Brand names
Zostavax®
Common formulations
Powder for parenteral suspension
See also
Zoster vaccine (recombinant) (Shingrix®)
Dosage and administration
Adults patients
Prevention of herpes zoster • In patients ≥ 50 years
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0.65 mL SC once
Indications for use
Labeled indications
Adults
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Prevention of herpes zoster (in patients ≥ 50 years)
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Breastfeeding
Unlikely to have adverse effects in breastfed infants.
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Acceptable for use during breastfeeding.
Unknown amount excreted in breastmilk.
Unknown drug levels in breastfed infants.
Interactions
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