Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine
Chickenpox is often mild but can be much more severe in adults, leading to complications like pneumonia and encephalitis.
Recommended For
- Adults who have never had chickenpox or been vaccinated.
- Women planning pregnancy who have not been diagnosed with chickenpox or who have not received chickenpox vaccine
Schedule
- 2 doses
Common side-effects
You may experience mild side-effects following vaccination. Most side-effects last no more than a couple of days and are part of the immune system’s natural response to the vaccine.
Common reactions include:
- Pain, swelling and redness at the injection site
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Mild fever
- Muscle, body aches.
Serious reactions to vaccines are rare. If you have a reaction you think is severe or unexpected, contact our Preventive Medicine Centre straight away.
Terms & Conditions
- This charge does not include consultation or injection costs.

