Side effects: Mild side effects may include soreness at the injection site, a slight rash, or low-grade fever.
Additional precautions: Keep the injection site clean and avoid scratching if a rash develops to reduce the risk of infection.
Before your appointment: Inform the pharmacist if you are pregnant, have a weakened immune system, or are taking any immune-suppressing medication.
Risks caused by chickenpox: Highly contagious illness that can lead to complications such as skin infections, pneumonia, and, in rare cases, serious neurological issues.