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Precautions
It is very important that the doctor check you or your child at regular visits to make sure this vaccine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects.
Do not become pregnant for 3 months after receiving varicella virus vaccine without first checking with your doctor. There is a chance that this vaccine may cause problems during pregnancy. If you think you have become pregnant, tell your doctor right away. Your doctor may want you to join a pregnancy registry for patients receiving this vaccine.
Zostavax® should not be used in place of Varivax®.
Zostavax® should not be used in children.
Tell your doctor that you have received this vaccine:
- If you are to receive blood transfusions or other blood products within 5 months of receiving this vaccine.
- If you are to receive varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG) or other immune globulins within 2 months after receiving this vaccine.
- If you are to receive any other live virus vaccines within 1 month of receiving this vaccine.
Do not take aspirin or aspirin products for 6 weeks after receiving this vaccine.
Avoid contact with persons who may be at an increased risk for getting chickenpox for 6 weeks after receiving this vaccine. If you have questions about this, talk to your doctor.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
