ZOSTAVAX (zoster vaccine live) 

Recommendations for the Use of Zoster Vaccine

Provisional recommendations for prevention of herpes zoster and post-herpetic neuralgia

  • A single dose of zoster vaccine is recommended for adults 60 years of age and older whether or not they report a prior episode of herpes zoster. Persons with chronic medical conditions may be vaccinated unless a contraindication or precaution exists for their condition

Date of ACIP vote: March 2011


 

Last review date: December 2, 2013

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