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Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

The Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine protects against chickenpox. Common side effects are mild: sore arm, fever, mild rash.

What it protects against

Chickenpox.

Possible side effects

Sore arm, fever, mild rash.

Who should not get it

Pregnant women; people with weakened immunity.

National immunization schedule

Common questions

What does the chickenpox vaccine prevent?
Chickenpox.

What are the side effects of the chickenpox vaccine?
Sore arm, fever, mild rash.

Who should not get the chickenpox vaccine?
Pregnant women; people with weakened immunity.

When is the chickenpox vaccine given in Nepal?
See the national immunization schedule record for your country.

Learn more / References

SI summary (own words); CDC Vaccine Information Statements as reference

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