Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you've had chickenpox, the virus stays in your body and can reactivate years later as shingles. Symptoms include a painful rash, itching, fever, headache, and fatigue. In some cases, shingles can lead to long-term nerve pain called postherpetic neuralgia.
Shingrix is highly effective at preventing shingles and its complications. It is a 2 dose vaccine at Day 0 and 2-6 months. At Cotham Pharmacy we can vaccinate from 50 years to 79 years of age.
A: Yes, Shingrix has undergone extensive clinical trials and is approved by health authorities for its safety and efficacy.
A: Common side effects include pain at the injection site, muscle pain, fatigue, headache, shivering, fever, and gastrointestinal symptoms. These side effects are typically short-lived.
A: Shingrix provides long-lasting protection against shingles. Studies show that the vaccine's efficacy remains strong for at least four years after vaccination.
Ensure your protection against shingles with the Shingrix vaccine from Cotham Pharmacy. Book your appointment today!