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Shingles (also known as shingles, zoster) is the result of the reactivation of the herpes zoster virus that exists in a dormant state in the patient's body, which is also the virus that causes chickenpox. To prevent the virus from reactivating, Shingrix Kit vaccine is a very effective solution.
1. What is Shingrix?
Shingrix Kit is a vaccine used in adults 50 years of age and older to prevent shingles (shingles, zoster). Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After a person is infected with chickenpox (usually in childhood), the virus can live in the body's nerve roots in an inactive form. For reasons that are not well understood, this virus can become active again causing shingles with symptoms of a rash, blisters, and pain.
The Shingrix Kit vaccine works by boosting the body's natural defense (immune system) against the zoster virus, preventing shingles symptoms from developing.
Shingrix Kit should not be used to treat active shingles, nerve pain caused by shingles, or to prevent chickenpox. The Shingrix Kit vaccine may not provide complete protection for all vaccinated persons, and should not be given to children.
2. How to use Shingrix Kit
Read all information about the Shingrix Kit vaccine available from a healthcare professional before receiving the vaccine. The Shingrix Kit vaccine is administered by intramuscular injection under the supervision of qualified medical personnel. The drug is usually injected into the upper arm.
Shingrix Kit vaccine is usually given in 2 doses to provide the best protection, so users need to closely follow the immunization schedule prescribed by their healthcare professional.
3. Shingrix Kit side effects
Shingrix Kit injection may cause redness, itching, swelling, heat, bruising, or pain at the injection site. Headache, muscle aches, fatigue, or fever may also occur after Shingrix Kit injection. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, tell your healthcare professional right away.
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Shingrix Kit rarely causes symptoms such as fainting, dizziness, vision changes or ringing in the ears immediately after vaccination, however let a healthcare professional know immediately if the user has any of these symptoms. It may then be helpful to sit or lie down, as these symptoms usually don't last too long.
Very serious allergic reactions to Shingrix Kit are very rare with symptoms including: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
4. Notes when using Shingrix Kit
Before receiving Shingrix vaccine, tell your healthcare professional if you have ever had an allergic reaction to the vaccine or if you have any other allergies.
Tell the health care professional of the vaccinated person's medical history, especially of: fever or current medical conditions, immune system disorders (such as from HIV infection, cancers such as leukemia) , lymphoma , undergoing radiation therapy), previous reaction to other vaccines.
During pregnancy, pregnant women should use Shangri-La vaccine only when clearly needed after discussing the risks and benefits with a healthcare professional. It is not known whether Shingrix vaccine passes into breast milk, consult a healthcare professional before breast-feeding.
5. Shingrix Kit interactions
Drug interactions can change the way a drug works or increase the risk of serious side effects. Some products that may interact with Shingrix vaccine are drugs that weaken the immune system (including cyclosporine, tacrolimus, cancer chemotherapy, corticosteroids such as prednisone).
Consult health care professionals about the need for other vaccines to prevent possible serious illness (such as the flu shot). It is important to ensure the effectiveness of the Shingrix Kit that you keep your vaccinations on schedule.
Shingrix Kit vaccine is stored in the refrigerator, do not freeze, protect from light and children.
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Reference source: webmd.com
