Chickenpox Vaccination
If you are a parent or guardian of the child you are bringing in for treatment, please bring photo ID to confirm that you are a legal guardian for that child. If you do not bring the appropriate documentation required, we may not be able to provide the service required on the day. If you require more information, please email our booking line team on contact info@eastmidlandspharmacy.co.uk, so that they can advise.
About the vaccine
The course consists of two doses.
Once you have completed the two dose course, you won’t need further boosters.
An injection, usually given in the upper arm.
The vaccine can cause a range of mild side effects, such as fever, tiredness or digestion problems. In some cases it can cause a mild chickenpox like rash.
The chickenpox vaccine is suitable for patients from 12 months of age up to the age of 65. It is only recommended if you have not had chickenpox.
This vaccine is not suitable for pregnant women or women who are trying for a baby. The chickenpox vaccination should be administered on the same day as the MMR jab, or allow at least a 4 week gap in-between these vaccinations.