varicella vaccine

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:vaccine
gptkbp:age_group 12 months to 12 years
gptkbp:approves gptkb:1995
gptkbp:availability widely available
gptkbp:average_temperature -15° C or lower
gptkbp:clinical_trial conducted before approval
gptkbp:combination_vaccine MMRV vaccine
gptkbp:community_health reduced incidence of chickenpox
gptkbp:contraindication pregnancy
immunocompromised individuals
history of severe allergic reaction to vaccine components
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:Merck_&_Co.
gptkbp:dosage_form two doses
not routinely recommended
gptkbp:herd_immunity_effect protects unvaccinated individuals
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label varicella vaccine
gptkbp:is_effective_against about 90% effective
gptkbp:is_recommended_by gptkb:CDC
gptkb:WHO
gptkbp:is_vulnerable_to varies by region
updated periodically
varies by country
requires refrigeration
long-lasting immunity
monitored for safety
ongoing studies on long-term effects
administered by healthcare professionals
attenuated live virus
part of childhood immunization schedule
high effectiveness in preventing severe disease
introduced in the US in 1995
significantly reduced hospitalizations
studies on vaccine safety continue
reduced healthcare costs associated with chickenpox
gptkbp:price varies by country
gptkbp:route_of_administration subcutaneous
gptkbp:side_effect fever
rare serious allergic reactions
mild rash
tenderness at injection site
gptkbp:targets chickenpox
gptkbp:type live attenuated vaccine
gptkbp:vaccine_administration_age second dose at 4-6 years
first dose at 12-15 months
gptkbp:vaccine_effect decreased mortality from chickenpox
gptkbp:vaccine_information available from health departments
gptkbp:vaccine_myths debunked by health authorities
gptkbp:vaccine_public_health important for preventing outbreaks
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:diphtheria_toxoid
gptkb:AS04_adjuvant_system
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6