Zostavax
CONTRAINDICATIONS
ZOSTAVAX should not be administered to individuals:
· With a history of anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reaction to gelatin, neomycin, or any other component of the vaccine (see WARNINGS).
· With a history of primary or acquired immunodeficiency states including leukemia; lymphomas of any type, or other malignant neoplasms affecting the bone marrow or lymphatic system; or AIDS or other clinical manifestations of infection with human immunodeficiency viruses (see WARNINGS).
· On immunosuppressive therapy, including high-dose corticosteroids.
· With active untreated tuberculosis.
· Who are or may be pregnant (see PRECAUTIONS, Pregnancy).
Generic Name: Zoster Vaccine Live
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