Zostavax

Zostavax

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Manufacturer Warnings

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FDA Labeling Changes

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Uses

ZOSTAVAX® is a live attenuated virus vaccine indicated for prevention of herpes zoster (shingles) in individuals 50 years of age and older.

Limitations of Use of ZOSTAVAX:

  • ZOSTAVAX is not indicated for the treatment of zoster or postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).
  • ZOSTAVAX is not indicated for prevention of primary varicella infection (Chickenpox).

History

There is currently no drug history available for this drug.

Other Information

ZOSTAVAX is a lyophilized preparation of the Oka/Merck strain of live, attenuated varicella-zoster virus (VZV). ZOSTAVAX, when reconstituted as directed, is a sterile suspension for subcutaneous administration. Each 0.65-mL dose contains a minimum of 19,400 PFU (plaque-forming units) of Oka/Merck strain of VZV when reconstituted and stored at room temperature for up to 30 minutes.

Each dose contains 31.16 mg of sucrose, 15.58 mg of hydrolyzed porcine gelatin, 3.99 mg of sodium chloride, 0.62 mg of monosodium L-glutamate, 0.57 mg of sodium phosphate dibasic, 0.10 mg of potassium phosphate monobasic, 0.10 mg of potassium chloride; residual components of MRC-5 cells including DNA and protein; and trace quantities of neomycin and bovine calf serum. The product contains no preservatives.

Zostavax Manufacturers


  • Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Zostavax (Zoster Vaccine Live) Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Suspension Sterile Diluent (Sterile Water) Injection [Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.]

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