Varicella vaccine: The varicella vaccine contains an

The varicella vaccine contains an attenuated wild strain of varicella and trace amounts of gelatin and neomycin. It is available as a single-antigen vaccine (varicella-zoster virus vaccine) or as a combination vaccine with measles, mumps, rubella (MMRV) (measles virus/mumps virus/rubella virus/varicella virus vaccine). What Is Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine? The chickenpox vaccine protects against chickenpox (varicella), a common and very contagious childhood viral illness. Chickenpox Immunization Schedule. The chickenpox vaccine is given by injection when kids are between 12 and 15 months old. Varicella (chickenpox) is an acute, highly contagious disease caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV), a member of the herpesvirus family. Only one serotype of VZV is known, and humans are the only reservoir. 4.2 Posology and method of administration Varicella Vaccine (Live) I.P. has to be diluted with the diluent provided before administration. Single dose of 0.5ml should be administered as subcutaneous injection in the antero-lateral aspect of thigh or the upper arm taking aseptic precautions. The diluent and reconstituted vaccine should be inspected visually for any foreign particulate matter and / or variation of physical aspects prior to administration. In the event of either being observed ...