Zostivax

Were you looking for information about Zostavax? Zostivax is a common misspelling of Zostavax.
 
Zostavax® is a vaccine that can be used to prevent shingles in people 60 years old and over. By causing the body to produce an immune system response to the virus, the medicine can help prevent shingles from occurring. Zostavax is a single-dose injection that is given just under the skin. Side effects that have been reported with Zostavax include injection site reactions and headaches.
 
(Click Zostavax for more information on how Zostavax works, important precautions and warnings to be aware of before getting the vaccine, and potential side effects to look out for with the drug.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;