MedBalans

VAR

Varicella (Chickenpox)

Indications

Two-dose series where varicella vaccination is in national programme.

Doses

  • Dose 1: 12–15 months
  • Dose 2: 4–6 years or ≥3 months after dose 1

Contraindications

  • Pregnancy
  • Severe immunodeficiency

Sources

  • • ESPID Varicella guidance (2024)

MedBalans Vaccination 0.4.0

Updated 2026-07-31 · Review 2026-10-31