Varivaxo Information

Varivaxo is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Chickenpox.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Varivaxo. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Varivaxo are Irritability, Fever, Injection site pain. While these are the most often observed Varivaxo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Varivaxo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Varivaxo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Varivaxo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Varivaxo related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Varivaxo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Varivaxo are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Varivaxo with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Varivaxo is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Varivaxo Benefits & Uses
Varivaxo Dosage & How to Take
Varivaxo Side Effects
Varivaxo Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Varivaxo with Other Drugs
Varivaxo Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Varivaxo
Varivaxo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Varivaxo Benefits & Uses

Varivaxo is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chickenpox

Varivaxo Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Varivaxo Related Warnings

Is the use of Varivaxo safe for pregnant women?

Varivaxo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Varivaxo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Varivaxo safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Varivaxo as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Varivaxo on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Varivaxo on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Varivaxo on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Varivaxo on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Varivaxo on the Heart?

Using Varivaxo does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Varivaxo with Other Drugs

Varivaxo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acyclovir

Cisplatin

Anakinra

Anakinra Injection

Adalimumab

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Varivaxo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Varivaxo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

HIV/AIDS
Cancer
Agammaglobulinemia
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Varivaxo

Is this Varivaxo habit forming or addictive?

Varivaxo does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Varivaxo as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Varivaxo only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Varivaxo for mental disorders.

No

Varivaxo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Varivaxo

Taking Varivaxo with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Varivaxo

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Varivaxo with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Varivax® (Varicella Virus Vaccine Live)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 924

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1430,1433

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