Biovac V

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  • Manufactured by: Wockhardt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Varicella Vaccine (0.5 ml)

Biovac V Information

Biovac V is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Chickenpox.

The correct dosage of Biovac V depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Biovac V include Irritability, Fever, Injection site pain. Some other side effects of Biovac V have been listed ahead. These side effects of Biovac V are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Biovac V's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Biovac V's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Biovac V related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Biovac V since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Biovac V have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Biovac V have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Biovac V is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Biovac V Benefits & Uses

Biovac V is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Biovac V Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Chickenpox
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Chickenpox
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Chickenpox
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Chickenpox
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Biovac V Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Biovac V safe for pregnant women?


    Biovac V may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Biovac V, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Biovac V safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Biovac V for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Biovac V on the Kidneys?


    Biovac V does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Biovac V on the Liver?


    Biovac V is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Biovac V on the Heart?


    Using Biovac V does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Biovac V with Other Drugs

Biovac V should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Biovac V Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biovac V unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Biovac V

  • Is this Biovac V habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Biovac V.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Biovac V since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Biovac V only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Biovac V cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Biovac V Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Biovac V


    You can take Biovac V with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Biovac V


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Biovac V and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Varivax® (Varicella Virus Vaccine Live)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 924

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1430,1433


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