£225.00

Symptoms include a painful rash of blisters in a localised area of the body.  The virus is caused by the reactivation of the chicken pox virus, usually in adults aged 50 and above although it can occur at any age.

The vaccine is over 90% effective in preventing this painful illness.

When?

The vaccine is recommended for adults aged 50 and above.

What?

The vaccine is given as an injection in the upper arm.

Side Effects?

Possible mild symptoms include tiredness, fever, digestion problems, headache and pain plus any of these symptoms at the injection site: swelling, pain, redness or itching.