Varivax

• Generic Name: varicella virus vaccine live
• Brand Name: Varivax
• Drug Class: Vaccines, Live, Viral

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What Is Varivax?

Varivax (varicella virus vaccine live) is a live vaccine used to help prevent varicella virus infection (commonly known as chickenpox). Chickenpox is a common childhood illness, but can cause more serious illnesses in people who have not yet had either chickenpox or this vaccine.

What Are Side Effects of Varivax?

Common side effects of Varivax include:

• pain/redness/bruising/swelling at the injection site,
• fever,
  mild chickenpox-like skin rash,
• runny or stuffy nose,
• cough,
• sore throat,
• headache,
• tired feeling,
• sleep problems (insomnia),
• joint or muscle pain,
• nausea,
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