Chickenpox vaccine

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The following people should talk to their doctor about the proper timing of the chickenpox vaccine.

• Children or adults taking steroids for any condition
• Anyone who has recently received a blood transfusion or other blood product (including gamma globulin)

CALL YOUR PRIMARY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IF:

• You are not sure whether the chickenpox vaccine should be given
• Any moderate to severe side effects appear after the injection
• Any alarming symptoms occur after the vaccine
• You have any other questions before or after receiving the vaccine

Review Date: 12/15/2010
Reviewed By: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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