Varivax凡克斯

Varivax Storage

varicella-zoster vaccine

Manufacturer:

MSD

Distributor:

Zuellig
Full Prescribing Info
Storage
Refrigerator-stable VARIVAX is supplied as a single-dose vial of lyophilized vaccine and a vial of diluent.
Vaccine Vial: During shipment, maintain the vaccine at a temperature of 2° to 8°C or colder (36° to 46°F or colder), but do not exceed temperatures lower than -50°C (-58°F). Use of dry ice may subject VARIVAX to temperatures colder than -50°C (-58°F).
Before reconstitution, refrigerator-stable VARIVAX has a shelf-life of 24 months when refrigerated at 2° to 8°C or colder (36° to 46°F or colder). The vaccine may also be stored in a freezer; if subsequently transferred to a refrigerator, THE VACCINE SHOULD NOT BE REFROZEN.
Before reconstitution, protect from light.
DISCARD IF RECONSTITUTED VACCINE IS NOT USED WITHIN 30 MINUTES.
Diluent Vial: The vial of diluent should be stored separately at room temperature (20° to 25°C, 68° to 77°F), or in the refrigerator.
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