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FDA approves shingles vaccine: herpes zoster vaccine targets older adults.

Mitka M.

PMID: 16835412 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

Patient Drug Information

  • Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine (Varivax® , ProQuad® )

    Chickenpox (also called varicella) is a common childhood disease. It is usually mild, but it can be serious, especially in young infants and adults.

  • Shingles (Zoster) Vaccine (Zostavax® )

    Shingles is a painful skin rash, often with blisters. It is also called Herpes Zoster. A shingles rash usually appears on one side of the face or body and lasts from 2 to 4 weeks. Its main symptom is pain, which can be q...

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