Varicella vaccine (Chicken pox) is a live attenuated vaccine that provides effective protection against chickenpox. It is recommended for children, adolescents, and adults who have not had chickenpox or been vaccinated.
Chicken pox (varicella vaccine)
Specifications
- Two doses of the chickenpox vaccine are recommended for children by doctors as the best way to protect against chickenpox (varicella).
- People who have never had chickenpox or received chickenpox vaccine should get 2 doses.
- Most people who get the vaccine will be protected for life and not get chickenpox.
