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Varicella vaccine live

Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company · FDA-approved active Biologic

A live attenuated varicella-zoster virus vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cell-mediated immunity against varicella (chickenpox).

A live attenuated varicella-zoster virus vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies and cell-mediated immunity against varicella (chickenpox). Used for Prevention of varicella (chickenpox) in susceptible individuals, Prevention of herpes zoster (shingles) in vaccinated individuals.

At a glance

Generic nameVaricella vaccine live
Also known asVARIPED®, ONVARA®
SponsorSanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company
Drug classLive attenuated vaccine
TargetVaricella-zoster virus (VZV)
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaImmunology / Infectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

The vaccine contains a weakened live strain of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) that replicates in the body without causing disease in immunocompetent individuals. This replication triggers both humoral (antibody) and cellular immune responses, providing protection against natural varicella infection and reducing the risk of herpes zoster (shingles) later in life.

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